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What to consider before voting

Friday, July 3rd, 2009

A vote is really important. One vote can make differences, and it is the best right of citizens in a democracy nation. We should feel lucky because we have role in determining our leader. The process of voting is not always easy, as I read in an article. We have some candidates and we can choose only one. The article suggests that we make objective choice, by considering some aspects of the candidates. Choosing a leader is a big deal, for he/she will determine how well and stable the micro-macro economy, politic, and international issues will be for the next period of governing. Thus, the writer shares some “scores” we should consider before making decision. Check here.

President Obama in the eye of entrepreneurs

Saturday, June 27th, 2009

Many entrepreneurs question the wisdom of Obama’s policies, as written by Karen E. Klein in a page of Businessweek. But they are, however, willing to give him chance, despite the fear that Obama doesn’t understand the risk-taking in small entrepreneurial mindset. The hope, fear, and skepticism have combined as a common thing along with the fast and thick policy changes. Many say they really like Obama and that he’s a good person. They are just afraid that Obama doesn’t appreciate small businesses, include those owned by women. There is a lack of credit about him, since small entrepreneurs haven’t seemed significant match within his words and actions. Small businesses really need support from government. Hopefully Obama is serious with what he says. I like him too. Read the article completely here.

White House in deal with drug industry

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

The pharmaceutical industry agreed with the government on Saturday to spend $80 billion over the next decade improving drug benefits for seniors on Medicare. President Barack Obama would be pleased because it will push forward his campaign for better health care in the United States.

Sen. Max Baucus, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee said that the deal between the drug industry and the government will help prices of medicines to drop and making them more affordable especially when Medicare benefits don’t cover the cost of medical prescriptions. ”

President Barack Obama praised the deal. The deal marked a major triumph for Sen. Baucus as well as the administration.

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