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‘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
09.21.16
‘Flipping Through The Newspapers’
The Obamacare Reality SEN. HARRY REID (D-NV): "If someone would spend a minute, each day, flipping through the newspapers about health care, they would understand that Obamacare has changed America for the better." (Sen. Reid, Floor Remarks, 9/21/2016) So What Do The Newspapers Say? NEW YORK TIMES: "Obamacare Premiums Set to Rise, Even for Savvy Shoppers" WALL STREET JOURNAL: "Insurers Move to Limit Options in Health-Care Exchange Plans" BUSINESS INSIDER: "Americans' out-of-pocket health… Continue Reading
09.21.16
Iran ‘Getting Worse’
Despite Obama Administration Rhetoric, The Iran 'Deal Has Not Resolved Many Concerns About Iranian Behavior' "Secretary of State John Kerry said the Iran nuclear agreement 'has lived up to its expectations' ..." ("One Year On, Kerry Satisfied With Iran Nuclear Deal," The Wall Street Journal, 7/14/2016) "Secretary of State John Kerry, one of the key authors, believes the deal has 'made the world safer.' However, the deal has not resolved many concerns about Iranian behavior in the region and … Continue Reading
09.20.16
‘Number Of Guantanamo Recidivists Continues To Rise’
Even As 'The President Is Still Aiming To Close The Prison At Guantanamo Bay' SEN. KELLY AYOTTE (R-NH): "The more Americans understand about the terrorist activities and affiliations of these detainees, the more they will oppose the administration's terribly misguided plans to release them." (Sen. Ayotte, Press Release, 8/10/16) 30% Of Former Gitmo Prisoners Are Confirmed Or Suspected Of Reengaging In Terrorist Activities "The number of former Guantanamo detainees 'confirmed' or 'suspected'… Continue Reading
09.16.16
‘The World Is More Dangerous’
'If It Didn't Send Chills Down Your Body Thinking About That, It Should' SEN. BARRASSO: 'The World … Has Become More Dangerous Over The Past 7 ½ Years' SEN. JOHN BARRASSO (R-WY): "Mr. President, people all around the country know that the world is a very dangerous place. It has become more dangerous over the past 7 ½ years, and even over the course of this summer. As a member of the Foreign Relations Committee, I come here again to the floor because I have seen one example… Continue Reading
09.13.16
Obamacare ‘Clearly Failing’ The American People
Even The President Acknowledges Some 'Turbulence' As Americans' Healthcare Choices Dwindle Ever Further "In a letter released publicly by the White House on Monday, Mr. Obama thanked insurers for participating in the health exchanges the federal government runs . . . and acknowledged some of its recent turbulence. . . 'We know that this progress has not been without challenges. Most new enterprises have growing pains and opportunities for improvement.'" ("Obama Pledges Redoubled Efforts to Make… Continue Reading
09.12.16
Undeterred
'North Korea, The Glaring Setback In Mr. Obama's Asia Policy,' Conducts Its Second Nuclear Test Of 2016 'North Korea Defiantly Celebrated Its Fifth Nuclear Test' "North Korea defiantly celebrated its fifth nuclear test Friday, claiming that it can now make warheads small enough to fit onto a missile and warning its 'enemies' - specifically the United States - that it has the ability to counter any attack. . . [T]he test appeared to mark another step toward North Korea's goal of putting a nuc… Continue Reading
09.08.16
Senate Republicans: ‘Obamacare Is Unraveling’
Republicans Spotlight How Obamacare Is Failing Families SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "[T]his much is clear. Obamacare is a direct attack on the Middle Class. It hurts the very people it was supposedly designed to help. It raises costs, crushes choice, and is now crashing down all around us. It simply isn't working." (Sen. McConnell, Floor Remarks, 9/08/2016) SEN. JOHN McCAIN (R-AZ): "For the first time in history, we had a major entitlement reform that was done on a totally… Continue Reading
09.08.16
Obamacare ‘Crashing Down All Around Us’
'President Obama's Health Care Law Is Struggling' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "Obamacare is a direct attack on the Middle Class. It hurts the very people it was supposedly designed to help. It raises costs, crushes choice, and is now crashing down all around us. It simply isn't working." (Sen. McConnell, Floor Remarks, 9/8/16) Next Year Under Under Obamacare 'Premiums Are Expected To Go Up Sharply' "With the hourglass running out for his administration, President Obama's health care law is… Continue Reading
09.07.16
Another Flight-Ful Of Francs
'US Payment Of $1.7 Billion To Iran Made Entirely In Cash' SEN. KELLY AYOTTE (R-NH): "…the eagerness of the Obama administration to bend over backwards to accommodate Tehran, conceal information from the American people, and protect a fundamentally flawed and deeply dangerous agreement that is only getting worse." (Sen. Ayotte, Press Release, 9/1/2016) $1.7 Billion In 'Taxpayer Money' Sent To Terror-Sponsoring Ayatollahs "The Obama administration followed up a planeload of $400 milli… Continue Reading
09.06.16
Will Dems Continue To Put Politics Over Fighting Zika?
CDC: Currently 10,000+ Total Zika Cases "…Republicans in the Senate have scheduled a vote on a $1.1 billion Zika package next Tuesday, when Congress comes back into session. But Democrats have been blocking consideration of the Republican package…" ("U.S. Funding For Fighting Zika Virus Is Nearly Spent, C.D.C. Says," The New York Times, 8/31/16) "Senate Might Need to Curtail Filibuster, Harry Reid Says… 'the Senate will have to evolve as it has in the past,' Mr. Reid to… Continue Reading
