Health care bill’s hidden costs concerning
Predictions that the health care bill passed Saturday by the House of Representatives would, if enacted, cost far more than current estimates were not based solely on experience with federal programs. That would be enough to draw the conclusion, of course; government programs, particularly those involving health care, have cost taxpayers far more than claimed when the programs were established. But in the case of the House health care bill, there is no doubt about cost overruns. That is because the bill’s language includes several programs with costs left open. According to a published report, more than two dozen aspects of the health care plan are listed at funding for “such sums as may be necessary.” That could send the bill’s cost skyrocketing far beyond the initial estimates, which themselves have been vague. They range from $900 billion to $1.2 trillion over 10 years.
» Full StoryBonusgate web hits close to home
The web of charges in the investigation by the state attorney general’s office of improper use of taxpayer money and time for campaign purposes reached the Republican power structure of Pennsylvania last week.
» Full StoryBilateral talks with North Korea a mistake
We hope President Barack Obama is not making a mistake in his plan to engage in bilateral talks with North Korea. He and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton should proceed with extreme caution.
» Full StoryWelcome to the Ritz Family
We want to extend a warm welcome to Mrs. Carla Ritz, the new director of the Infant Development Program in Lock Haven that provides invaluable services to the children of our region.
She comes to the program from Nashville, Tenn.
... and thanks to the United Way
The Clinton County United Way campaign is well underway with a goal of $290,000.
It is achievable, but obviously will be much more challenging in these economic times.
Jobs will not match rest of recovery’s pace
Two Federal Reserve officials have warned that the nation’s economic recovery may be lackluster in one important respect — jobs — for several years.
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