Category Archives: Health Care

What’s Missing From the Health Care Bill

Posted on September 8, 2010 by

In the spring of 2010, President Barack Obama passed a momentous health care bill. Said bill dominated most of the political discourse during his first year; to date it constitutes one of the president’s most substantial achievements. In dealing with … Continue reading →

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Before Obama Signs the Health Care Bill…

Posted on December 26, 2009 by

Dear Mr. President: Congratulations – two days ago the Senate passed a comprehensive health care bill, achieving a long-sought liberal initiative regarding a system that badly needs reform. Unless something extremely unexpected occurs, it will soon be on your desk, … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Obama’s Speech

Posted on September 10, 2009 by

I did not get the chance to watch Obama’s speech live, but I’ve just Youtubed it. Here are my thoughts on it, as it progresses. 1:00 – I really liked his introduction, focusing on the economy and keeping American jobs. … Continue reading →

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Socialist Health Care

Posted on September 8, 2009 by

Some of the Obama’s more incoherent detractors have labeled his health care plan as “socialized medicine.” It is assumed, naturally, that socialism is Bad (with a big B). While socialism may be less effective in many industries and fields (just … Continue reading →

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On One Health Care “Myth”

Posted on September 5, 2009 by

Republicans have attacked Obama’s health care plan for, amongst other things, creating “death panels.” Democrats, predictably, have responded by calling this a ridiculous scare tactic, something that of course will never happen. The problem is, however, that the fundamental concept … Continue reading →

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