Coronavirus
Canada Says Drug Imports Are Not Happening
Importing supposedly less expensive drugs from Canada was a fool’s errand and a waste of valuable federal and state tax dollars.
New Rules Will Fail to Lower Drug Prices
On Friday, November 20, President Trump announced two interim rules that he claims will lower drug costs in Medicare Parts B and D. That is not accurate.
Most Favored Nation Policy Is Unfavorable to U.S. Biopharmaceutical Research
Back in September, President Trump signed an Executive Order ordering the Department of Health and Human Services to implement a most favored nation (MFN) policy for pharmaceutical reimbursement in Medicare.
Gov. Ralph Northam Signs Legislation Extending Telemedicine to Help Virginians
Governor Northam (D) signed two bills which would allow medical services to be provided through telemedicine in Virginia.
Biden Advisor Emanuel Has the Wrong Prescription for COVID-19 Vaccine
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel is remembered for being a chief architect of Obamacare and penning an article “Why I Hope to Die at 75." Will he determine who gets a COVID-19 vaccine first?
Government-Run Healthcare During COVID-19
A Wall Street Journal editorial, “Europe’s Covid Hospital Lesson: How Government Health Care Has Led to Funding Caps and Too Few ICU Beds,” provided an interesting analysis on socialized medicine and COVID-19.
Pandemic Spending Demonstrates Disconnect in Pentagon's Priorities
Pentagon officials used money provided for pandemic preparedness to support local jobs. This should mark the end of further stimulus funding for the Department of Defense.
CAGW Names NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio September 2020 Porker of the Month
Mayor Bill De Blasio (D) is the September 2020 Porker of the Month for demanding $5 billion from taxpayers while refusing to make any commonsense cuts in spending.
Healthcare Transparency: May Not Work as Intended
President Trump's health insurance transparency rule may not accomplish what is intended.
Now Is the Time for Occupational Licensing Reform
During the coronavirus pandemic, states have made changes in occupational licensing laws. However, it is important to discuss reform outside of the pandemic.
School Openings based on Science or Science Fiction?
Is Montgomery County, Maryland and its approach to reopening public schools emblematic of many other school districts across the country?
AB 5 is a Lose-Lose Situation for Gig Economy Workers and Independent Contractors
Lawmakers have attempted to repeal a bill that hurts gig economy workers and independent contractors. California needs to continue supporting efforts to repeal the bill.
