Category Archives: Congress

Jimmy Kimmel Shreds the Graham-Cassidy Bill

Posted on September 20, 2017 by David Posnett

From his monologue:   “I know you guys are going to find this hard to believe. But a few months ago, after my son had open heart surgery … a senator named Bill Cassidy from Louisiana, was on my show … Continue reading →

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The Seventeenth Amendment Is Under Attack By The Right

Posted on September 15, 2017 by David Posnett

What is the 17th Amendment?  The Seventeenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: The Senate of the United States shall be composed of two Senators from each State, elected by the people thereof, for six years; and each Senator shall have … Continue reading →

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It’s Time For an Apology from the GOP

Posted on September 4, 2017 by David Posnett

Published in The East Hampton Star Dear David:   Republicans owe America an apology. Sadly, we have arrived at a point at which the White House, the political crown jewel that the GOP so ardently sought, is in disarray, which … Continue reading →

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A Catholic Nun Schooled Paul Ryan in Humility Last Night

Posted on August 23, 2017 by David Posnett

From Esquire.com It was a Biblical beatdown. Getty BY CHARLES P. PIERCE AUG 22, 2017 While the president* was fastening on his Serious World Leader face Monday night, Speaker Paul Ryan, the zombie-eyed granny-starver from the state of Wisconsin, was … Continue reading →

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The Open Internet Rule expands online streaming video options

Posted on August 21, 2017 by David Posnett

From  BROOKINGS.EDU/TECHTANK Tom Wheeler  Tuesday, August 15, 2017 The front-page story in The Wall Street Journal announced, “Walt Disney Co. just became the biggest cord-cutter Hollywood has ever seen.” The iconic company announced it was starting two online streaming services that will … Continue reading →

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The G.O.P. Kool-Aid

Posted on August 19, 2017 by David Posnett

From The East Hampton Star – letters to the editor East Hampton, August 13, 2017 Dear David: Republicans owe America an apology. Sadly, we have arrived at a point at which the White House, the political crown jewel that the … Continue reading →

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Why ACA market upheaval still looms large

Posted on August 16, 2017 by David Posnett

Don’t take your eye off the ball!  With all the distractions from the WH its easy to forget: healthcare is still in serious jeopardy. Here is why.  …and where exactly does Lee Zeldin stand?  Still with 45? DP Whether lawmakers are … Continue reading →

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Letter from Former CBO Directors on the Importance of CBO’s Role in the Legislative Process

Posted on July 22, 2017 by David Posnett

July 21, 2017 Honorable Paul Ryan Speaker United States House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Honorable Nancy Pelosi Minority Leader United States House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Honorable Mitch McConnell Majority Leader United States Senate Washington, DC 20510 Honorable … Continue reading →

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This is How Trump Can Destroy Obamacare

Posted on July 22, 2017 by David Posnett

From Countable   On Tuesday, the seven-year quest by Republicans to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, popularly known as Obamacare, appeared to come to an end, and President Trump responded to the setback by vowing to “let Obamacare … Continue reading →

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The new Senate health care bill — and the return of preexisting conditions — explained

Posted on July 14, 2017 by David Posnett

Posted on Vox.com Updated by Sarah Kliffsarah@vox.com Jul 13, 2017, 1:18pm EDT Senate Republicans introduced a revised version of their bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act on Thursday, one that would allow insurers to once again deny … Continue reading →

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