Reid's Response

Exercising my right as a U.S. citizen and attempting to participate in the democratic process I wrote to Senator Reid expressin my opinion of the healthcare legislation, which was to vote against it. This is his response:

Dear Mrs. Olson:

Thank you for contacting me to express your concerns about health care reform. Please be assured that I have noted each of your concerns and that I will remain mindful of your views.

In America today, concerns about our health care system have been rightly brought to the forefront of the national consciousness. Many of us are familiar with the reports of 47 million uninsured Americans, escalating prescription drug prices, and declining health insurance benefits. Unfortunately, for too many across Nevada and the country, these facts and statistics are not anonymous findings removed from daily life. As a fellow Nevadan, and as the Senate Majority Leader, I know that millions like you are struggling with the reality of America's health care crisis.

Amid our health care crisis, however, I believe there are opportunities for members of Congress, the President and his Administration, the private sector, and other stakeholders to work together for the benefit of the American people. It is my hope that the solutions we develop and enact will ensure quality, affordable health care coverage for all Americans, regardless of their age, income, employment, or health status. Those fortunate enough to have adequate coverage, I am also mindful of minimizing disruptions of the care they are already receiving.

As Nevada's senior senator and the Senate Majority Leader, it is my job to do what is in the best interest of our state and work on behalf of the people of Nevada. Please be assured that I take these responsibilities very seriously, and I will continue to do everything I can to make Nevada an even better place to live and afford good, quality health care.

Again, thank you for taking the time to share your concerns with me, and I look forward to hearing from you in the future.
My best wishes to you.

Sincerely,
A
HARRY REID
United States Senator
Nevada

I found this to be a very pleasant but neutral response. Considering his approval ratings are in the low thirties, he is certainly trying to keep all options open. But my question to him is, "What are you going to do Senator Reid ? Exactly what is it you think is best for Nevadans?"

Science in its wrongful place

When I heard about Obama's new "science czar's" perspective on children and population control I would hardly believe my ears. John Holdren ,who was appointed as the director of the Office of Science and Policy Technology, has been quoted as saying, “The fetus, given the opportunity to develop properly before birth, and given the essential early socializing experiences and sufficient nourishing food during the crucial early years after birth, will ultimately develop into a human being.” So, if Iheard correctly, Holdren stated that he does not believe that a baby is a human being until after it has developed properly outside of the womb? The stated misson of the Office of Science and technology , as quoted from the OSTP.gov website is that, "The Obama administration and the Office of Science and Technology Policy are committed to restoring science to its rightful place in America as a tool for crafting smart policies that will strengthen the nation. " So what does he mean by "rightful" place. This is the question at hand. The OSTP website goes on to say that, "That means getting the best available evidence to decision-makers; hiring highly qualified public servants to interpret that evidence; and strengthening and making full use of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST)." If the means to restoring science to its righful place include direction from some one who belives that babies are not humans I believe that this is the WRONG direction. It is unclear how much power this czar actually has, but what we do know is that he has the ear of the president. If I had the ear of the president, I would say, "Take a look at my son, does he look human to you?" I would also say that anyone who does not think so has maybe has not recieved enough nourishment from their mother after birth and possible has not developed into a human themselves. At least they have not developed a heart and must be "deficient in some way. This is definately a person that we should be taking any advice from.

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Introduction

I am so concerned with the direction our country is going and I feel uncertain about the future. I am searching for a way to make a difference, but unsure how. However, I feel that the least I can do is share information regarding current legislation as well as any other noteworthy news tidbits that I stumble upon. This really is a way for me to air my grievences, so readers, feel free to air yours here as well!