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Why a Public Plan Is So Important

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September 1, 2009

Let me be clear. It would only be an option for those who don't have insurance. No one would be required to choose it, and it would not impact those of you who already have insurance. 
— President Barack Obama, joint session of Congress, Sept. 9, 2009

So You Think You’re Covered?

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September 1, 2009
CWA works hard in contract negotiations to win quality   benefits. Keeping quality health care for workers and retirees is one of the most critical issues in every round of bargaining with every CWA-represented employer.

Tax on Health Plans Will Hurt Union Workers

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September 1, 2009

The 35 percent tax on "high-cost" health plans that some have proposed to pay for health care reform will hit union members and their negotiated health plans hard.