Health care signups rise but gap remains for coverage
As deadlines loom, signups under the Affordable Care Act show progress but fall short of targets. About 364,682 private plan enrollments were recorded by Nov 30, far below the 1.2 million projected for November and well short of the 7 million goal by March 31. Officials cite a functioning site but acknowledge ongoing issues and a probe into contracting and management factors.
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Budget deal gains key support in House
A new budget agreement to avert another government shutdown gains GOP backing despite complaints from conservatives and liberals. The plan, announced by Sen. Murray and Rep. Ryan and endorsed by President Obama, would raise deficits for three years but ease immediate cuts and extend modest savings through higher fees and revised benefit spending.
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The APGfK poll shows 56 percent say honest does not describe Obama well, 58 percent disapprove of his job, and Congress at 13 percent approval. Voters want changes, with two-thirds favoring replacing their House member next November, while the race for Senate control remains uncertain ahead of 2012.
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