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Dr. Tom Price ‘An Excellent Choice’ For HHS Secretary
'Healthcare Is Not An Academic Exercise For [Dr.] Price. It Is Not A Distant Policy Or Political Debate. It Is A Passion And One He Has Dedicated His Life To Improving' FORMER HHS SECRETARIES: 'Price's Unique Expertise Makes Him More Than Qualified To Serve As Secretary Of The Department Of Health And Human Services' FORMER HHS SECRETARIES TOMMY THOMPSON and MICHEAL LEAVITT: "As former HHS Secretary's, we personally know the immense responsibilities that come with leading the vast and comple… Continue Reading
01.11.17
Obamacare Chaos Hurting American Families
'The Law Hasn't Just Failed To Live Up To Its Promises, It Is Actively Collapsing, And The Status Quo Is Unsustainable' '[T]he Vast Majority Of Our Citizens Know The Truth: Obamacare Just Doesn't Work.' SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "[T]he pain Americans are experiencing is deeply personal, the betrayal middle-class families are feeling is clearly palpable, and - unless we do something soon - Americans will continue to lose their health plans. They'll continue to get stuck … Continue Reading
01.05.17
Georgians On Dr. Tom Price For HHS: ‘An Exceptional Choice’
Those Who Know Dr. Price And Have Worked With Him For Years Call Him 'One Of The Finest People In Washington' And Laud His 'Depth Of Experience In Healthcare' Senior Peach State Politicians: Dr. Price Is 'A Serious Man' Who 'Is A True Leader In Congress And An Exceptional Choice' ATLANTA MAYOR KASIM REED (D): "He's a serious man. . . [H]e's a serious person who will study 20 hours a day, who will know the rules, who will know his membership, who is a strong vote-counter. Those are all things… Continue Reading
01.05.17
Obamacare: Real Problems For Real People
'The First Day Of The New Congress Set In Motion The Republican Majority's Promise To Repeal … Obamacare' "Republican U.S. Senator Mike Enzi introduced on Tuesday a resolution allowing for the repeal of President Barack Obama's signature health insurance program... The move by the Senate's budget committee chairman on the first day of the new Congress set in motion the Republican majority's promise to repeal the 2010 Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, as its first major legislative… Continue Reading
01.05.17
Dr. Tom Price: ‘A Strong And Credible Advocate For American Patients’
As The First Physician To Lead HHS In Over 20 Years, Health Care Advocates Say Dr. Price 'Provides A Depth Of Experience' And 'Will Provide A Much Needed Medical Perspective' SENATE FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN ORRIN HATCH (R-UT): "American middle-class families have been financially devastated by Obamacare, and righting the wrongs of the misguided law is a top priority for the new Republican Congress and administration. Congressman Price has been selected for this crucial HHS post because of his… Continue Reading
12.14.16
Obamacare Spiraling Out Of Control
'Vast Majority Of Americans Want To See The Law Changed' PRESIDENT OBAMA: 'Real Problems,' 'There Are Going To Be People Who Are Hurt' PRESIDENT OBAMA: "…there are going to be people who are hurt by premium increases or a lack of competition and choice." (President Obama, Remarks, Miami, FL, 10/20/16) "President Barack Obama said his signature health-care law has 'real problems'…" (Bloomberg, 10/3/16) FORMER PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON on the consequences of Obamacare: "It's t… Continue Reading
12.13.16
Obamacare Keeps Getting Worse
'Obamacare Is Getting Less Affordable As Options Dwindle,' 'It's The Craziest Thing In The World' GALLUP: "Americans' assessments of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) … more continuing to disapprove (53%) than approve (42%) of the law. Going forward, the vast majority of Americans want to see the law changed." ("Most Americans Want Changes to Affordable Care Act," Gallup, 11/28/2016) "[I]t is clear that about eight in 10 Americans favor changing the ACA significantly (43%) or replacing it… Continue Reading
12.12.16
114th Congress: Major Wins For The American People
Stack Of Major Legislation Passed By The Republican Senate: 21st Century Cures, Fighting Zika, Combatting Opioids, Water Resources Development Act, FAA Legislation, Infrastructure Improvements, Biotech Labeling, Puerto Rico Restructuring, Modernizing The Toxic Substances Control Act, Trade Secrets, FOIA Updates, North Korean Sanctions & Much More SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): 'I'm incredibly proud of what we've been able to accomplish for our country' "This Congress, the Se… Continue Reading
12.06.16
Obamacare’s Higher Costs
'I'm A Sickness Away … From Going To The Poor House' 'The Vast Majority Of Americans Want To See The Law Changed' GALLUP: "Americans' assessments of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) remain relatively unchanged after the Nov. 8 election, with more continuing to disapprove (53%) than approve (42%) of the law. Going forward, the vast majority of Americans want to see the law changed." ("Most Americans Want Changes to Affordable Care Act," Gallup, 11/28/2016) "Since [2012], disapproval ha… Continue Reading
12.05.16
21st Century Cures: A Medical ‘Innovation Game-Changer’
Bipartisan Legislation 'Addresses Problems That Touch Nearly Every American Life' SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "Too many people are waiting for the promise of a cure or a medical advancement to combat a life-threatening disease. . . Cutting back on bureaucratic red tape, advancing lifesaving research and tackling the scourge of cancer would move our country forward and help millions looking for more than hope, but a chance at long, healthy lives." ("$6.3 Billion Measure Aims… Continue Reading
11.01.16
‘Obamacare Exchanges Open To Angst’
Americans Facing 'Significant Rate Hikes…Fewer Health Plans' "Open enrollment for Obamacare, or the Affordable Care Act, begins today. Problems with the law mean consumers could face significant rate hikes in some parts of the country. There will also be fewer health plans to choose from." ("With Insurers Pulling Out Of Markets, Some Obamacare Users 'Really Nervous,'" CBS News, 11/01/2016) … Continue Reading
10.25.16
‘There Are Going To Be People Who Are Hurt’
'Obamacare Benchmark Premiums to Rise 25% in Sharpest Jump Yet' 'Premiums Will Go Up Sharply,' 'In Arizona … Will Jump By 116 Percent' "'I can't afford to get sick after paying for the health insurance,' Ms. [Laura M. Schlett, 44, of Brandon, Miss., a suburb of Jackson] said." ("Some Health Plan Costs To Increase By An Average Of 25 Percent, U.S. Says," The New York Times, 10/24/16) "Premiums will go up sharply next year under President Barack Obama's health care law, and many consum… Continue Reading
10.20.16
Obamacare Costs ‘Almost Gave Me A Heart Attack’
'Rate Hikes Of More Than 50% In Some Areas' 'Obamacare Was Supposed To Reduce Health Expenses For Americans, But That's Not How It's Working Out' "People nationwide expect to pay more in health care plan premiums under the Affordable Care Act in 2017…" ("Health Care Plans To Increase Nationwide Under Affordable Care Act In 2017," Fox17, 10/18/16) "In Michigan, those insured under the ACA can anticipate an average 17 percent premium increase, though many residents says they're even … Continue Reading
10.14.16
‘More Than 1 Million In Obamacare To Lose Plans’ Next Year
Bill Clinton: 'It's The Craziest Thing In The World' PRESIDENT OBAMA: "If you like your current plan, you will be able to keep it. Let me repeat that: if you like your plan, you'll be able to keep it." (President Obama, Remarks At The White House, Washington, D.C., 7/21/09) "At least 1.4 million people in 32 states will lose the Obamacare plan they have now, according to state officials contacted by Bloomberg." ("More Than 1 Million In Obamacare To Lose Plans As Insurers Quit," Bloomberg, 10… Continue Reading
10.12.16
As Obamacare Falls Apart, Dems Demand More Obamacare
Democrats' 'Radical' 'Obamacare 2.0' Fix For Failing Health Law 'Opening Old Wounds' With Fellow Democrats "With the hourglass running out for his administration, President Obama's health care law is struggling in many parts of the country. Double-digit premium increases and exits by big-name insurers have caused some to wonder whether 'Obamacare' will go down as a failed experiment." ("As Obama's Term Wanes, Obamacare Needs Checkup," The Associated Press, 8/28/2016) "[Lezlie Walla] the 3… Continue Reading
10.04.16
Obamacare: ‘The Craziest Thing In The World’
'Consumers Will See Higher Premiums And Fewer Insurers' "President Barack Obama said his signature health-care law has 'real problems'…" (Bloomberg, 10/3/16) FORMER PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON on the consequences of Obamacare: "It's the craziest thing in the world." ("Bill Clinton Bashes Obamacare As 'Crazy System' While Campaigning For Hillary," The Washington Times, 10/4/16) "'You've got this crazy … the people are out there busting it, sometimes 60 hours a week, wind up with the… Continue Reading
09.29.16
Significant Bipartisan Accomplishments
Stack Of Major Legislation Passed By The Republican Senate: Fighting Zika, Combatting Opioids, Water Resources Development Act, FAA Legislation, Infrastructure Improvements, Biotech Labeling, Puerto Rico Restructuring, Modernizing The Toxic Substances Control Act, Trade Secrets, FOIA Updates, North Korean Sanctions & Much More 2016 ACCOMPLISHMENTS PILE UP CR: Includes 'Funding To Fight The Zika Virus, Combat The Opioid Overdose Crisis' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "It is a fair proposal… Continue Reading
09.26.16
‘A Fair Proposal’
Dem Senator: 'We Must Act Now By Passing A Clean Supplemental Spending Bill' SEN. MITCH MCCONNELL (R-KY): "Mr. President, there have been broad requests for a clean continuing resolution. So that is what I have just offered. It is a result of many hours of bipartisan work on both sides of the aisle. It is a fair proposal. It funds all current government operations through December 9, while also providing funding for the new legislation we have just passed overwhelmingly and that the President h… Continue Reading
09.26.16
‘Pass The Zika Bill’
'It Is Simply Unacceptable That Efforts To Counter The Spread Of The Zika … Are Being Held Hostage' SEN. BILL NELSON (D-FL): "This bill provides a clean $1.1 billion to help stop the spread of Zika virus with no political riders, and I will support it.'" ("Stopgap Talks Still Mired As Democrats Slam Senate GOP's Plan," Roll Call, 9/22/2016) Senate Democrats: Zika Virus 'Is A Health Care Crisis That Is Upon Us Right Now' 42 SENATE DEMOCRATS: "[W]e write to urge that you immediately be… Continue Reading
09.23.16
Obamacare’s Failures: ‘Too Obvious To Ignore’
Americans Struggle With 'Dreadful' Premium Hikes, 'Skyrocketing' Out-Of-Pocket Costs, And 'Reduced Choice' "Failing insurers. Rising premiums. Financial losses. The deteriorating Obamacare market that the health insurance industry feared is here." ("Shaky Obamacare Market Adds to 'Death Spiral' Fears," Bloomberg News, 9/23/2016) "Evidence that Obamacare is collapsing is too obvious to ignore." (Editorial, "Obamacare Is A Failing Insurance Product," The Florida Times-Union, 9/19/2016) 'Stick… Continue Reading
