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Asa Hutchinson Walks Fine Line in Medicaid Speech (Andrew DeMillo Analysis)

by Andrew DeMillo, The Associated Press – 4 days ago
Asa Hutchinson Walks Fine Line in Medicaid Speech (Andrew DeMillo Analysis)
Gov. Asa Hutchinson makes a point about Arkansas' private option at UAMS last week. | (Photo courtesy  Facebook.com/AsaForArkansas)

Calling on lawmakers to keep Arkansas' compromise Medicaid expansion alive through 2016 as he eyes a longer term health care plan, Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson is trying to take ownership of an issue where he's tried to tread carefully over the past two years.
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Democrats Praise Governor's Call to Continue Private Option

6 days ago

The Democratic Party of Arkansas is praising Republican Gov. Asa Hutchinson's call on lawmakers to continue the state's compromise Medicaid expansion through the end of next year.
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Compassionate Conservatism (Editorial)

3 days ago

Gov. Asa Hutchinson delivered a fine speech Thursday when he finally shared his plans for the future of Arkansas' unique — and successful — private option health insurance program.
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