The Lobbyist
The US Chamber of Horrors
One of the most powerful political organizations in the United States is the Chamber of Commerce. In 1912 with the backing of President Taft 700 representatives from various commercial organizations formed this body, and in 1925 at 1615 H Street North West, Washington DC a large Corinthian style building became its headquarters. The [...]
Health Care – Living on the Edge
One aspect of our market driven economy that fails Americans is the current health care system. The expensive user pays regime has ensured that people who are not covered by health insurance will not only receive sub standard treatment, but will also not receive essential preventative treatment for chronic manageable illnesses. In the long run, [...]
Chemical Warning for Cosmetics
Below is a transcript from a report screened on A Current Affaire (Australian Television Channel 9) on Tue 05/09/06, as reported by Ros Thomas
Many women will spend a small fortune on toiletries and cosmetics over their lifetime, using them morning and night. However, very few women actually have a clue what is in the products [...]
Healthcare, the symptons are obvious
Democrats and Republicans rarely agree on much. But neither side can deny that tens of millions of ordinary Americans do not receive basic healthcare. The so called most powerful country in the world cannot care for its own. Governments were once thought to protect its citizenry but now pharmaceutical and insurance companies gouge enormous profits [...]