Tag Archives: Medicare

The Death of the Death of Medicare

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Gary LaMaster

Since the Republican-controlled House of Representatives passed the so-called Ryan plan to voucherize Medicare, the public outcry has been almost universal. Democrats, independents, even Republicans confronted Republican Representatives at Congressional town hall meetings with objections to the plan. As a … Continue reading →

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Howard Dean Interview — Podcast May 9, 2011

Posted on May 12, 2011 by William Timberman

The True Goal of Politics: Effective Government. An interview with Dr. Howard Dean, six-term Governor of Vermont, 2004 Democratic presidential candidate, and Chairman of the Democratic National Committee from 2005-2009. From immigration reform to budget deficits to the changed situation … Continue reading →

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A Chat With Howard Dean

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Gary LaMaster

Howard Dean recently spoke with Democratic Perspective on a wide range of topics ranging from SB1070 to the 2012 elections. The former six-time governor of Vermont, former presidential candidate, and past Chair of the Democratic National Committee began by paying … Continue reading →

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Medicare and the Ryan Budget Plan — Podcast April 25, 2011

Posted on April 25, 2011 by William Timberman

The End of Medicare? What the Ryan Budget Plan, which the Republican-controlled House passed on April 15, 2011, would really do to Medicare, and why it would be a terrible idea if it became law. (re-recorded due to technical difficulties … Continue reading →

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