Senator Reid: Should You Opt-Out?
The press is singing the praises of Senator Harry Reid as an impresario of political tactics. Sadly, political tactics by…
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"Pelosicare" bill passes in House, but what's the point?
As the Senate prepares to vote on its version of health reform this week - reform may be a very…
Health care plan hits rich with big tax increases
If health reform is to be meaningful then all must contribute. Currently, the bottom 75% of those filing tax returns…
Reid "forces" public option into Senate compromise bill
Emboldened by polls suggesting that a majority of Americans favor inclusion of a public option, Senator Reid has "forced" a…
A Preview of Health Reform Battle
It is clear that the final vote on health reform is far from certain. The recent setback demonstrated that Democrats…
For Dems 60 Senators Is Magic Number
Well, the Senate Finance Committee has finally come forward with a health reform proposal. Senator Baucus (D-Montana) has done so…
Kidney cancer patients lose out on life-prolonging meds in England
Well, this is the type of commission (no doubt headed by another czar) that the Congress and apparently the President…
QUICK POST: Obama, Democrats say bipartisan healthcare bill not essential
Bracing for an August showdown over health care reform, Senate Democrats and President Barack Obama declared themselves united Tuesday on…