Can Obama Sell Health Care Reform Without Getting Too Specific?

Not unlike George W. Bush when he tried to use his own political capital to sell the equally tricky task of reforming Social Security four years ago, Obama is trying to have it both ways. He wants to bank on his enormous popularity to influence the public to pressure Congress to get something done this year, but he also wants to stay above the fray. Obama doesn’t want to get too specific about what he wants and doesn’t want in a bill because he knows ... Full Story »

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by Joey Baker - Jul. 2, 2009

It's largely speculation, asking questions, and not much new information, but it's a viewpoint.

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by Fabrice Florin - Jul. 2, 2009

Interesting but short analysis about Obama's careful approach to promoting his health care plan. The article's point is well taken, and based on factual evidence -- but this piece is also short on details, making it a bit superficial for my taste.

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