"And while we’re at it, if you really hate how government operates, wouldn’t you like to see private business run the Senate, House, judiciary, and President? We’re always hearing about wealthy CEOs spending their personal fortunes to become governor so they ‘can run this state like a business.’ Why not extend that to its logical conclusion? Just let private business run the entire country."
VSEA & VSEA Associate General Counsel Abigail Winters’ Role In Creating Positive Change Is Highlighted!
[VT Assn. Mental Health Director Floyd] Nease said allowing private industry to vie against the designated agencies would let for-profit firms pick off the highest-margin patients and exacerbate fiscal pressures at the nonprofit agencies.
"The group said the number of "ultra high net worth" households, with a net worth of at least $5 million, jumped 8% in 2010 to 1.06 million, compared to 980,000 the prior year."
Thanks Goodness. Now We Can All Sleep Easier, Eh?
"The [House’s] proposed [reduction to hospital reimbrusements] compromise saves only about one-third of the $6 million in reductions outlined in the Democratic governor’s plan. [BISHCA Comm.] Kimbell said the administration will support the new proposal, but only if lawmakers can make up the difference without raising taxes."
No word on how this new $12 million hole will be filled.