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The Home Stretch – Again!

Here we go again.  We are headed into the home stretch with the Democrats trying to put together enough votes to support a passage in both the House and Senate.  If you are confused by the process – you are not alone.

Author: Michael Gomes
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Are We Blaming the Messenger?

It is commonly known that last July, Health Care Reform became Health Insurance Reform.  This put insurance carriers directly in the crosshairs of the Obama administration.  So why would Blue Cross of California and other carriers around the country risk the criticism of the public and the administration by seeking double digit rate increases.  Simply – it’s because they have to.

Author: Bernard DiFiore
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Health Care Summit Review

The much talked-about health care summit between President Obama and Republicans occurred yesterday. Nearly 40 lawmakers attended the summit at the Blair House that lasted more than 7 ½ hours.

President Obama called this meeting in hopes that Congress can focus on where they agree and rectify their differences.

Author: Michael Gomes
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The White House Health Care Reform Bill

Yesterday, President Obama released his plan on the White House web site. The President’s proposed plan closely mirrors the current Senate version with a number of additions and changes that were previous suggestions by many Republicans.  This was intended to provide at least some opportunity to show a bipartisan effort.  However, the effort was purely political and was launched with the hope that Americans watching Thursday’s health care summit will side with the bill and it will regain momentum.  Many serious doubt it.

Author: Michael Gomes
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