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Obama Press Conference: Iran and Health Care
Obama's press conference dominated the news today. On Forum, we listened live to Obama discuss the economy, Iran, and health care. He called the video of Iranian Neda Agha Soltan getting shot, "heartbreaking". Obama encouraged those who are concerned about the price of reforming health care to consider the cost if we don't reform health care now. With health care premiums rising faster than most Americans' wages, Obama talked about paying for healthcare by redistributing money already in the system. We'll see just how his plan unfolds in the coming months. Commentators on Forum, called the President's rhetoric "feisty, funny.. pointed".
Here at YMI, we're also taking a look at the issues Obama mentioned. If you're late to the events in Iran, check out our primer. Want to get to know your representatives? This week, YMI's Denise Tejada spoke with Barbara Lee about health care and youth. Lee stressed the need for sex education and for young people to learn how to lead healthy lifestyles.
Jean Quan on the Oakland Budget
City Council member (and possible mayoral candidate?!) Jean Quan breaks down the latest changes to the Oakland budget. The city has close to a $100 million deficit. Here, Quan talks about which Oakland jobs and services will be cut. Additionally, Quan asks for youth feedback on a controversial issue regarding youth jobs in parks. How do you think a community should respond to tough financial times?
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