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Hawaiians have been complying with employer mandates, which require businesses to provide health insurance to employees, for decades. The experience in Hawaii has been generally successful, with about 95% of residents having health insurance. The mainstream view is that employer mandates have a negative impact on businesses, leading to massive
Clinton, Bill
President Clinton is set to visit Greensburg, Pa. on July 14 to boost momentum for his health care initiative, following a blueprint of events that feature personal stories from those affected by lack of full medical insurance. Three western Pennsylvania women will share their experiences with Clinton, including Louise Bernick,
Clinton, Bill
On July 2, 1994, during a speech recorded in the Roosevelt Room at the White House, Pres. Clinton outlined his vision for empowering the American people to succeed in a rapidly changing world. He emphasized the need for economic recovery, crime prevention, and education reform to ensure that Americans are
Health care reform
Vermont's ambitious health care reform plan, championed by Governor Howard Dean, collapsed under the weight of its own complexity and the intense pressure of competing interests. Despite its reputation for bipartisan cooperation and social welfare liberalism, the state's General Assembly found itself unable to pass a
Health care reform
A business group representing over 250 major corporations has announced its support for an employer mandate that requires companies to pay a portion of their employees' health insurance premiums. The group, the Association of Private Pension and Welfare Plans, recommends that employers cover 60% of the premium costs, while
Clinton, Bill
President Clinton visited a General Motors Corporation light truck plant in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he was met with support from business leaders and labor unions for his plan to reform the United States' health insurance system. The president's visit was a demonstration of joint support for his
Clinton, Bill
A review of the trade embargo on Vietnam is being conducted to assess its potential impact on the country's trade operations and economic growth. The review comes as the Vietnam Veterans of America have voiced their support for lifting the embargo. Meanwhile, a separate review of the Cooper
