National discussions about which system of universal health coverage — and yes, we need a system of universal health coverage — will be the best to adopt often miss the point. The goal is not simply to “cover everyone,” but to provide universal access to high-quality, cost-effective care.
“Oh, no, say it ain’t so.” That’s right, conservatives. The once little-known, liberal senator from Chicago won. So get up, wipe your eyes and face the music. For better or worse, Barack Obama is going to be the 44th president of the United States. Sound funny? Well, it shouldn’t.
October was my first trip back to Rome since my fine art study abroad program in 2006. The thing about this country is that no matter how long you’re away, the best parts never change. Art, architecture, culture and food!
The election is over, and for the first time since 1994 working people have a chance to get long overdue reform of our labor laws.
Around the world, more than 850 million people go hungry. Half of them are children, and the majority are from developing countries.
When the Kansas City United Way campaign launched in September, we knew that topping last year’s record-setting $40.4 million in donations would be a challenge.
Suppose you had a leaking pipe at your home. When you first noticed this leak it was small — more of a nuisance than a structural concern.
English-only. That’s what we’ll get if Constitutional Amendment 1 passes in Missouri: King George’s language will be the only one allowed at a government agency in the state.
For more than 60 years, the Public School and the Public Education Employee Retirement Systems, or PSRS/PEERS, have served the teachers and employees of Missouri’s public schools.
The two biggest issues of this election: Health care and economic security. I will be 64 in December, and any thought of retiring anytime before age 70 has evaporated. Oh, I did save for retirement since I was in my early 20s, so no one can say I wasn’t doing my part.
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