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5 steps to bipartisan cuts in Medicare – and the deficit
Medicare is the single greatest contributor to long-term deficits. If Democrats and Republicans cooperate on waste-cutting ideas – many of which are backed by President Obama – both parties stand to gain. Here are five ways Congress should act.
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If not 'sequester,' then what? Five ideas from left and right.
Few in Washington believe that "the sequester,” $85 billion in automatic spending cuts set to hit the federal budget as of March 1, is a good idea. But what's the alternative? Here are five proposals, from the right, the center, and the left, to replace the sequester. Which do you like?
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Sequester 101: What happens if $85 billion in cuts hit on March 1
The sequester is a complex concept with a tortuous history. Here are the basics on the automatic spending reductions set to kick in March 1.
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Senate freshmen: What the 14 new members bring to Capitol Hill
A freshman Senate class was sworn in Jan. 3, bringing diverse skills and experience – not to mention agendas – to the legislative body. Whether the 14 newest senators help break partisan gridlock, or refuse to work across the aisle, will be the test for the 113th Congress.Twelve were elected on Nov. 6, including three Republicans, eight Democrats, and an independent. In addition, a Republican and a Democrat were appointed to vacant seats after the election. Here is a look at the 14 and what they bring to the Senate:
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How much do you know about US entitlement programs? Take our quiz.
The push to reform entitlement programs is at the heart of debates about the future of the US budget. They include Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, unemployment benefits, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (welfare).
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Trillion-dollar deficits: How serious are they?
The White House predicts $9 trillion in red ink from 2010 to 2019. But the Congressional Budget Office estimates $7 trillion. What's an ordinary taxpayer to make of the confusing numbers?
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Why GOP sees seniors as crucial to health-reform battle
Seniors vote, and members of Congress know it. The Republican National Committee on Monday released a proposed 'bill of rights' for senior healthcare.
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Retirees' healthcare: What! Save an extra $332,000?
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Oregon's 'death with dignity' law enters healthcare debate
Supporters say end-of-life care, including counseling and hospice, have made the state a model. Opponents look at Oregon and see "medical rationing" and "death panels."
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'Death panel' controversy remains very much alive
Even some conservatives call the issue bogus. Meanwhile, the healthcare debate shifts to 'rationing.'
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McCaughey tells Stewart healthcare bill is 'deadly to seniors'
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Obama on healthcare: Passing a big bill is always 'messy'
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Who's really in control of the healthcare debate?
The Monitor's language columnist considers how some innocuous words have come to pack more punch over time.
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How Obama can get out of healthcare ditch
It might be time for him to come out with his own legislation, some say. Another suggestion: Wait until next year.
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Snapshot of US political parties since 1900
How the balance of power has shifted between the Republicans and Democrats.
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Opinion: A health insurance lawyer takes on industry scare tactics
There is too much at stake in this debate to reduce it to hyperbolic sound bites.
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The ABCs of healthcare: a glossary of the key plans
Understanding co-ops, public options, and single-payer plans is central to understanding the debate.
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Grand Junction, Colo. could be a model for healthcare reform
That's why Obama is visiting. This town on the western slope of the Rockies has some of the highest quality, lowest cost care in the country.
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US deficit forecast to be four times last year's record
Stimulus spending is one reason. Tax revenues also drop during a recession.
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Obama steps up attack on healthcare status quo
He's trying to appeal to Americans who are satisfied with their health plans, but many remain skeptical that the administration's plan would help them.
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Health reform 101: what is in the bills
For all those who don't have time to read the thousands of pages of proposed legislation, or listen to hours of C-Span debate, here is a quick summary.
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Opinion: Healthcare crisis solved (with vouchers)
They helped end hunger in America. Applied to healthcare, they could cover the uninsured yet keep government from taking over.
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Opinion: Why can't health insurance be more like auto insurance?
If insurance paid for every oil change and engine failure, we'd have an autocare crisis, too.
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Pelosi's new tack on healthcare - target big insurance
The House Speaker needs to address public concerns about changing the system. So do lawmakers headed home for their August break.
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Senate veers toward healthcare bill that pleases no one
A bipartisan group of six senators worked Tuesday to hammer out a deal. But both parties worry that they will find the final product unacceptable.
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Seeking multi-generational solutions for Social Security
A Christian Science perspective
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Healthcare frustration from Obama and Gibbs
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Which states get the most federal money?
The government spent $9,184 per person last year. But the money was not distributed evenly among the 50 states.
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On healthcare, Blue Dogs finally bite
The House's caucus of conservative Democrats has long threatened its party's leadership only to fall in line. But Blue Dogs are taking a harder line on healthcare.
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In drive for health reform, Obama must win over independents
Independents now make up 34 percent of the electorate. Polls suggest they're worried about the cost of reform, but are not averse to a public option.
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