Some Twin Cities faith leaders are voicing concerns over the state’s decision to cut healthcare for undocumented immigrants as part of a compromise on the two-year budget deal announced by the governor and other legislative leaders on Thursday.
The change could cause up to 15,000 people to lose health insurance by year-end, although children would still be covered as part of that compromise.
The move is prompting pastors and clergy to share the stories and concerns of the undocumented who were fearful to speak publicly at the capitol. Reverend Elizabeth Lienesch told the story of Minneapolis business owner Micaela…