Rep. Christopher Shays (R-Conn.) talks about a plan he is putting forth to allow American’s to have more options on health care. Shays is co-sponsoring this legislation with Rep. Jim Langevin (D-R.I.) that would give American’s the same options for health care as federal employees. (1:06)
At the National Partnership for Women and Families’ annual luncheon, Michelle Obama says that it is time for “the leaders of this country…to fight for the issues every single day.” She praises the Partnership for prioritizing problems of families and women. She also expresses the urgency of handling issues like medical leave, pay equity, and universal healthcare. (1:01)
“I think it’s highly likely we’re going to see fundamental health care reform in America” seems to be the belief of Senator Max Baucus (D-Mont.). Baucus hosted the “Lessons from International Health Systems” forum this morning and featured T.R. Reid from the documentary “Sick Around the World” to highlight the differences in American health care versus other countries. (0:48)
David Madland, director of the Center for American Progress discusses the “progressive” views of America’s youth during a conference call on young Americans and the economy. (0:34)
