Daily Archives: September 25, 2009

Blue Dog’s opposition to health reform fading

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Featheriver

Blocking a public health insurance option is a relatively low priority for conservative Blue Dog Democrats, according to an ongoing survey of its members. The fading House opposition could clear the way for the public option to move through the … Continue reading →

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Insurance industry running Senate’s markup

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Featheriver

The GOP tactic is to stall the health care reform bill to death. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) argued that the Senate Finance Committee should put off a vote on health care legislation until the bill is put on the committee’s … Continue reading →

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65% of Americans favor public option

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Featheriver

A New York Times/CBS poll says 65% polled want a public health care option. 26% don’t. 55% said Obama had not explained his plan clearly. The Senate Finance Committee will vote on a government-run health insurance option Tuesday. “We’re going … Continue reading →

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16 Pahrump residents accused of forgery plot

Posted on September 25, 2009 by Featheriver

The Nye County sheriff’s office Thursday announced the arrests of 16 Pahrump residents accused of being involved in an elaborate forgery scheme. More than a dozen other people, including three Las Vegas men, were being sought for questioning. Authorities said … Continue reading →

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