The health care debate has taken a step in the right direction. Democrats and Republicans have agreed to actually talk with each other for the first time in years. If we can get them to be real, we might get somewhere. The Republicans are too busy playing mind games to effectively explain that our social [...]
Bill Promotes Economic, Physical Health for All
January 29, 2009 By 12 Comments
I never knew public policy could be so much fun. The summary of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Bill of 2009 that passed the House of Representatives is more exciting than any of my favorite movies. This bill shows an amazing grasp of the complexities of the current economic crisis. It addresses immediate needs and [...]
Economic Health Requires Revolutionary Change (Part 4)
December 11, 2008 By 167 Comments
Every day brings an announcement of more layoffs and business closings. Look in the mirror to see who is responsible for this mess. We’ve allowed our leaders and the lobbyists to run the country off a cliff. This recession is the result of policies we all supported, fought, or ignored for selfish reasons. Some of [...]
