13. Mississippi’s Resistance to Obamacare (2010s)
In the 2010s, Mississippi, along with several other states, resisted federal directives to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This refusal impacted healthcare coverage for thousands and ignited debates about federal overreach and states’ rights in healthcare. Mississippi remains one of the few states that have not expanded Medicaid, leaving many residents without access to affordable healthcare (mscenterforjustice.org).
