Congressional Democrats are trying to merge House and Senate versions of financial reform legislation, but some major differences remain. Will there be a massive fund that some say perpetuates the “too big to fail” mentality? Will there be a serious audit of the Federal Reserve? Will Americans have more or less freedom when this process is over? And will businesses have more or less access to credit? We ask Brian Johnson, federal affairs manager at Americans for Tax Reform.
Archives for June 8, 2010
Palmetto State Politics
A year ago, South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford shocked the people of his state by admitting an affair with a woman in Argentina. Today, voters get their first crack at picking his replacement. Who will likely emerge from a very crowded Republican primary? How will allegations of extramarital affairs impact the GOP front-runner? Will she survive a likely run-off? Which candidates are faring best on their economic plans? Which Republicans are locked in tough primaries in U.S. House races? We ask Van Hipp, former chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party.
Obama’s Rationer-in-Chief
During the health care debate, President Obama promised everyone could keep their current doctor or plan if they wished. He also dismissed allegations that his plan would usher in health care rationing. Nonetheless, Obama’s nominee to head the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Studies (CMS) is on the record advocating rationing and has been knighted in Britain for his support of the UK’s government-run system. So what kind of power will Donald Berwick have? Could he actually order rationing or denial of care? What other developments in recent days suggest more flaws in the new health care laws? Why has an innovative firm in Virginia been forced out of business? And what is the significance of President Obama touting $250 rebates to some Medicare patients? We ask Grace-Marie Turner, president of the Galen Institute.