Defense Secretary Robert Gates has announced new policies on the Pentagon’s use of retired generals and admirals as high-paid consultants, some of whom were being paid up to $440 an hour. The consultants, known as “mentors” in the military, will…
After a year of debate over health care, many elected officials aren’t done yet. Over the congressional recess, Democrats are singing the praises of the new legislation while Republicans continue to blast away at the less popular provisions. (more…)
WASHINGTON – U.S. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, former U.S. Comptroller General David M. (more…)
The dramatic expansion of health care coverage that received final approval in Congress on Sunday means that controlling medical costs will be more important than ever. As The Concord Coalition has repeatedly pointed out, expanding coverage without curbing costs is…
