Posted on 08/06/2010 2:16:39 PM PDT by GOPGuide
In a sweeping policy departure that aligns with a top agenda item of the newly elected DFL legislative majorities, Gov. Tim Pawlenty called Tuesday for extending health care access to up to 90,000 uninsured children as a step toward coverage for all Minnesotans.
"We all, I think, can chart a path toward universal coverage," he said in a luncheon speech to a health reform conference in Minneapolis. "We're going to have to move in stages. ... We should start with covering all kids."
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But the Republican governor's change of course on universal coverage was particularly hailed by DFL legislators who fought his cuts in state-subsidized health care during a budget crisis in 2003.
"We are thrilled that the governor is agreeing with us on this issue that is so important to Minnesotans," said Rep. Paul Thissen of Minneapolis, the leading House DFLer on health care costs. "It was a central part of our agenda. It's amazing how an election can make such a big difference in health care policy."
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Senate Health and Family Security Committee Chairwoman Becky Lourey, DFL-Kerrick, who is retiring from the Legislature after an unsuccessful run for governor and what she said was 20 years of advocacy for universal health care, praised Pawlenty's shift.
"It's very exciting to hear the governor talk like this," she said. "If he wants to be a leader, Minnesota is the state to move forward with universal health coverage. And this coming year will be the year to do it."
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Anyone here ready to fork over their money to dear T-Paw's 2012 campaign considering he'll be running as a "Strong Reagan Conservative" next year? sarc/
RINO ALERT!!!
You didn’t like his “Universal Health Care Coverage” speech?
“Thanks for playing, Governor - next contestant!”
Sheesh.
Colonel, USAFR
This bullshit of having me (and all taxpayers) pay for the needs of kids born of others is totally out of hand. Those RESPONSIBLE for the creation of a child are THOSE THAT ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE EXPENSE OF CHILD-BEARING, CHILD-REARING, CHILD-EDUCATION, AND CHILD-CARE (MEDICAL AND OTHERWISE).
We now have fourth generation "families", with NO FATHERS IDENDTIFIED, who just suck off the earnings of others to buy their plasma TV's, live in no-cost housing, get their utility bills paid, get their Cadillac Escalades, get their booze and cigarettes (from accommodating local merchants), and pay for their crack cocaine with food stamps.
What's wrong with this picture????
So, he caved to a rat controlled legislature in Minnesota. Imagine how quick he’ll fold if elected president. Talk about lack of cojones.
Missed it. Oh Darn. Rino to the core.
Compassionate Conservative = Compassionate with YOUR money just like the Bushes and McCain.
Yet another name crossed off the list for 2012. When it comes to 2012 voting, I am going to be a one issue voter. Did the candidate expand entitlements and increase social spending while in office? If so, I vote “no” no matter what other positions they hold.
oh he is just a ‘nuther friggin RINO we have to send packing.....
(and he still is a breath of fresh air compared to the teleprompter in chief)
don’t worry I am sure we will be told he is a “fiscal conservative” by those who hate moral conservatism
Tim Pawlenty: Mayonnaise sandwich on white bread.
AND... the more kids they have, the more TVs they can buy. I am with you. Something must be done to discourage, not encourage, the welfare dependence.
NO GOP PROGRESSIVES!!!
“Tim Pawlenty: Mayonnaise sandwich on white bread”
ROFLMAO
Bam Bam Bam!
hits the nail smack upon the head!
“Strong Reagan Conservative”
Hah, Pawlenty=RINO, otherwise known as a liberal Republican or progressive Republican ala McCain, Grahamnesty, Collins, Snowe, etc.
Gov. Tim Pawlenty called Tuesday for extending health care access to up to 90,000 uninsured children as a step toward coverage for all Minnesotans.
And 10 months ago, “Hawaii is dropping the only state universal child health care program in the country just seven months after it launched.
Gov. Linda Lingle’s administration cited budget shortfalls and other available health care options for eliminating funding for the program. A state official said families were dropping private coverage so their children would be eligible for the subsidized plan.
“People who were already able to afford health care began to stop paying for it so they could get it for free,” said Dr. Kenny Fink, the administrator for Med-QUEST at the Department of Human Services. “I don’t believe that was the intent of the program.”
>> extending health care access to up to 90,000 uninsured children
Are these kids orphans roaming the streets? WTH?
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