I think I must have been on a rampage against Nicola during the 2010 Federal election... this is another letter that I found from back then...
Dear Minister Roxon,
I am writing to you because I am concerned about your comment relating to mental health funding. I agree with the path that your government is currently taking regarding health reform, however I think that there should be more spent on mental health in a similar way to the Coalition's announcement yesterday 30th June.
The comment you made about proposed funding arrangements being 'crazy' is really quite disappointing. The stigma surrounding mental illness is still not acceptable, and the language that we all use can combat this continued discrimination. Please help by carefully considering the approach that you currently take.
Can you please tell me what plans your government has to improve the current state of mental health? Do you still intend to reduce medicare rebate funding to social workers and occupational therapists?
I know that your government is committed to health care reform, and I believe the right approach will save lives. I would like to see more effort towards reducing delays and gaps experienced by those experiencing mental illness.
Sincerely,
Me
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