by David SafierYesterday I took Rep. Giffords to task for waffling on the topic of the public option in health care reform. Her position (lack of a position?) is becoming lonelier, and less tenable, by the minute. Today's Star editorial comes out for the public option in no uncertain terms. A public option is necessary. … Read more
by David SafierOn Saturday, July 11, Raúl Grijalva is hosting a health care rally (11:30 am [doors open at 11] at the Tucson Convention Center, North Exhibition Hall, 260 S. Church Ave.). Here is his statement. “We need legislation that guarantees healthcare coverage that is affordable, high-quality, accessible and which lowers costs for all consumers, … Read more
by David SafierI just received Giffords' latest email. It has a one question health care survey: "For American's who are unhappy with their private insurance options, do you support the idea of a public option?" [Dr. Word says, "That's 'Americans,' without the apostrophe!" Please ignore him, and he'll go away.] I sent it in with … Read more
by David SafierI got a news release from Giffords trumpeting her Yes vote on the energy bill that just passed the house. A good vote, but not a surprise. Energy is Giffords' signature issue. But her position on health care legislation is still up in the air. Mike Bryan took apart the hybrid health care … Read more
By Michael Bryan I have suspected strongly even before Gabby Giffords was elected that she was only luke-warm to a universal health care plan. But I didn't suspect she might be actively hostile to the idea of doing anything but continuing the status quo, which shuts millions of Americans out of the health care system … Read more