Daily Archives: September 15, 2009

Some stuff I’m getting via email

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Featheriver

The source for this stuff is a relative—by marriage I hasten to add. It demonstrates the ignorance of some people.

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Billionaires for Wealthcare

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Featheriver

Enjoy.

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Wendell Potter Slams Baucus Bill: ‘An Absolute Gift To The Insurance Industry’

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Featheriver

Wendell Potter [Wikipedia] — the insurance industry whistle blower and former communications director of health insurance giant Cigna — called the Baucus framework “an absolute gift to the industry.” “And if that is what we see in the legislation, [America’s … Continue reading →

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Insurers Have Given $4 Million to Committees

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Featheriver

It’s back to school and 52 insurance companies or their subsidiaries have an assignment due today: they must disclose their financial records, including details on executive pay and entertainment expenditures, to House Energy and Commerce Chairman Henry Waxman (D-Calif.) [Wikipedia] … Continue reading →

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Nevada’s representatives votes

Posted on September 15, 2009 by Featheriver

Recent Senate Votes Travel Promotion Act of 2009 – Vote Passed (79-19, 1 Not Voting) This Senate bill would promote travel in the United States and includes a provision to create a nonprofit corporation intended to encourage tourism from abroad. … Continue reading →

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