Health-care reform: It’s the issue that has vexed presidents and legislators since the Truman era. Now, as the United States heads toward the November general elections, the issue is reaching red-hot status once again, with the presidential hopefuls trumpeting their (fairly major) proposals and the media pundits buzzing about the prospects of either plan being enacted. Perhaps the time is right for something big to happen. ...
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Thoughtful overview of the needs and prospects for change for the U.S. health care system. The author presents a fair and factual analysis, citing multiple sources -- though too many of these sources are from Stanford University or Hoover Institution. Still, an insightful read, which provides good context to help us make sense of this crisis.
An excellent look at the obstacles (and drivers) for either candidate's health reform plans. Great context, including background on Clinton's failed reform. A bevy of expert sources (though Stanford University sources definitely dominate this piece) walk us through the legislative realities of instituting reform. Great read.
Out of all the articles I've read in the past week about the candidates' plans for health care, this one offers the most sources, viewpoints, facts, experts and context. It is so refreshing to read a through, thoughtful look at this complex issue. A podcast interview with Clinton's former Chief of Staff Leon Panetta, who was present for the Clintons' failed attempt at health care reform and now runs a public policy institute, accompanies the piece for extra insight.
If you're interested in reading about the possibility of increasing the percentage of U.S. citizens covered by health insurance, this story provides tons of detail. If you're interested in health care reform, don't bother. There's no significant mention of health care reform.
Balanced perspective on efforts for health-care reform. The political reality of how the divide in the country views health care and how the influence of lobbyists are thoughtful discussed and their likely impact on meaningful reform. The costs of both Obama and McCain’s plan are discussed briefly and the estimated costs are similar. It is dismaying to read that the massive deficit is a political reality that will hinder meaningful change.
The story sets up a discussion of the healthcare policies of the two candidates but doesn't provide a satisfying analysis. It reviews the failure of the Clinton 90s plan, looks at some recent Congressional proposals and forecasts how things might change. Its conclusion--don't expect major change--is obvious and timid.
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