Thursday 10 September 2009

The Speech of Obamas Presidency

Last night President Obama delivered a speech on healthcare that many have called the speech of his Presidency. This morning he is receiving praise from both slides of the aisle (and the stock market) on his words and clarity.  I was on the ground in Europe where coverage was limited but positive. The Afghan war is top of mind in Europe and the upcoming elections.

Below please find a link to the transcript and video.
As we head back to class tonight for another semester of policy, two themes jumped out at me during this speech: morality and cost.

Obama referenced that we have a moral obligation to provide healthcare? Do you feel the same way?
The President also noted that this $900B plan (over ten years) will be cost neutral, not one penny or nickle to be precise will be added to our defecit. Do you agree that the necessary changes will happen (including a public option) without additional money?
Cheers- Meg
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