Obama’s health care claims face deficit and coverage checks
Obama pledged not to add to the deficit while pursuing health reform. Fact checks show lawmakers may count costs differently, with bills argued to be deficit neutral by excluding Medicare doctor pay fixes. Analysts warn long term costs rise, and guarantees to keep current coverage are not absolute.
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Obama signals room for compromise on health care issue
Obama laid out a path that shows room for negotiation on a public option while aiming to keep liberal backing and GOP skepticism in balance. He urged progress and set a clearer stance for a late stage debate, signaling a shift to reboot fall health care talks.
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Biden says health care bill ready by Thanksgiving
Vice President Joe Biden said a health care bill could be ready by Thanksgiving as President Obama shifts debate and gains bipartisan momentum. He dismissed fears of a government option and argued against myths like insuring undocumented immigrants. Biden spoke during morning TV appearances following Obama's appeal to Congress.
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