Middle America's Worldview

Navigators were informed to not leave paperwork on fax machines due to sensitive information on American citizens. Obviously this is done to deter identify theft, and sharing of private information. My prior article discussed how Navigators are paid via a Federal Grant. However, what if the Navigator was actually an illegal alien, getting paid by the Federal Government to handle American citizens’ sensitive information? This is exactly what occurred in New York. Maria Marroquin, a.... Continue Reading

The Obamacare websites have come online in both English and Spanish. The hope is for most to trudge through the site, and sign up as individual or family coverage. Yet, if you still need help, Navigators are there to help. These Navigators have been warned to not leave tax returns on the fax machines. Navigators are trained to sit with people and help them “navigate” the exchange software to register, define options and sign up for coverage. They work out of community-based agencies and are paid through a federal grant. Within the education manual.. Continue Reading