![]() ![]() And then we were off to the races in terms of testing, and then there was the economic fallout. People who are stuck over there and then it was getting, you know, the personal protective equipment to people. Well, I mean, it’s changed everything about our work because, you know, at first we were struggling to get people back from abroad. How has that sort of changed some of your work in the needs that you’re hearing from Marylanders? We all have been working through the pandemic since last January. So, I’d say compared to people who come into Congress, not having served in the state legislature, I think that the veterans of state legislatures are really able to hit the ground running. I certainly have lots of constituents, the ambassadors, state department people, military people who can help on that. ![]() I mean, basically foreign policy is the one thing that, you know, a state legislature doesn’t get you ready for, but living in our area, you know, there’s lots of people. It did not prepare me for the level of political polarization and dysfunction that we have in Congress, because I think that Annapolis operates in a far more cooperative and inclusive way than Congress does.Īnd I think people’s general manners and civility are much better in Maryland than they are, unfortunately in Congress.īut, I got a great education into a lot of all the main issues. Oh, I mean, it’s the absolute building blocks of everything that we do. How did that really prepare you for the care work that you’re doing now and in Congress? We know you spent several years in the Maryland legislature. I know it was a busy time of the year for you. Thank you again for taking the time to join us. Good afternoon, Congressman, how are you? He was our previous State Senator for many years and currently represents Maryland’s 8th Congressional District in the U.S. We are delighted and honored to have our guest today who really does not need an introduction. Raskin reflects on working toward a year when no one is lost to suicide. Resources are available to support anyone struggling. The Tommy Raskin Memorial Fund for People and Animals is already having an impact. Raskin talks about how pervasive mental health concerns are in society, and the issue is growing. His legacy lives on in many ways, and Raskin talks about ending the stigma of emotional health concerns.ħ:52 Epidemic of mental and emotional health crises Many people were shaken by the loss of Tommy, an exuberant young man. They talk about how the program and how it will impact Marylanders.ĥ:22 Tommy’s impact and mental health stigmas The Maryland legislature passed the Thomas Bloom Raskin Act/211 Health Check in honor of Raskin’s son Tommy who died by suicide. The discussion covers how the needs have evolved throughout the pandemic, and ways these needs are being addressed, including mental health concerns. ![]() It’s a proactive way for Marylanders to connect with a caring 211 specialist who can support their well-being.Ĭlick on the show note section to jump to that part of the transcript.Ĭongressman Raskin talks about how his work in the Maryland legislature prepared him for his Congressional work.Ģ:12 How the pandemic has changed Maryland needs 211 Maryland speaks with Congressman Jamie Raskin on the Thomas Bloom Raskin Act/211 Health Check. ![]()
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