The Republican proposal makes cuts to Medicaid, for one, which pays for half of all childbirths in the U.S.
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Trump suggests Congress could repeal Obamacare first, replace it later
His tweet complicates the efforts of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to create a palatable alternative.
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Our View: Visa-for-vote report outlines flawed strategy
Maine Sen. Susan Collins’ well-justified opposition to the health care bill is grounded in fact, not political horse trading.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
In our great country, the joys of health should be experienced by everyone
Wellness includes many factors, but let’s start with national health care – and new ways of delivering it.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Leonard Pitts: Caring for the common good is what we should all have in common
Republicans might not like taxes, but they pay for our country’s basic services – including Medicaid.
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Maine AG Janet Mills: Let’s shine a light on high drug prices and go after ‘gougers’
Legislators are reviewing a bill to clarify why some drugs cost so much – and to empower legal action.
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FDA works to expand generic drug brands, boost competition
The agency will now give priority reviews to new generics until there are at least three on the market, a level at which prices tend to drop sharply.
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Lacking support for health care bill, Senate Republican leaders delay vote
Republican defections, including by Maine Sen. Susan Collins, have built since Congress’ nonpartisan budget referee said the measure would leave 22 million more people uninsured by 2026.
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Commentary: Support Sen. Collins’ commitment to federal funding for Planned Parenthood
Two fellow Maine Republicans urge the senator to oppose any bill that would reduce funding for this key health care provider.
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Sen. Collins rejects Republican health care bill as report says 22 million more would be uninsured
Maine’s senior senator joins 3 other Republicans who say they will vote against starting debate Tuesday on the bill in its current form.