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Health insurance reform opponents continue to spread myths about components of America's Affordable Health Choices Act. They are trying to scare seniors again, this time about the cost of prescription drugs. But the facts–and independent auditors–disprove this myth. Myth: The … Continue reading

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Despite all the myths and the misinformation, a new poll demonstrates that Americans continue to demand health insurance reform and the improvements – such as a public health insurance option, cutting waste and excessive profits from Medicare, and ensuring coverage … Continue reading

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Today, with the passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy, the American people have lost a great patriot, and the Kennedy family has lost a beloved patriarch. Over a lifetime of leadership, Senator Kennedy's statesmanship and political prowess produced a wealth … Continue reading

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The holy month of Ramadan is a time of reflection, spirituality, discipline and devotion for Muslims across the country, and around the world. Yet, it is also a time for all Americans to reaffirm our commitment to religious diversity and … Continue reading

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Health insurance reform opponents continue to spread myths about components of the America's Affordable Health Choices Act, this time about the bill's impact on doctors. However, the fact is that the America's Affordable Health Choices Act will put the power … Continue reading

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In 2008, credit-card issuers imposed $19 billion in penalty fees on families with credit cards–exploiting loopholes in the law to make profits at the expense of responsible credit cardholders with minimal oversight. In May, the House passed, and the President … Continue reading

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Today the world remembers the victims of the bombing of Pan Am flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland in December 1988, and expresses our deep alarm that the convicted perpetrator of this unspeakable crime has been allowed to go free. I … Continue reading

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The goal of health insurance reform is to provide quality, affordable health care for every American while preserving what works in today's system, expanding choice, and containing costs. America's Affordable Health Choices Act provides a public health insurance option that … Continue reading

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Health insurance reform opponents continue to spread myths about components of America's Affordable Health Choices Act. For example, Republicans continue to claim that health insurance reform will undermine America's small businesses. However, the fact is that small businesses will benefit … Continue reading

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Poll after poll has found Americans support a public option as part of the health insurance reform embodied by America's Affordable Health Choices Act. While a NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll out today claims to show declining support for the … Continue reading

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