Arguing against White House efforts on climate change, Rep. Marsha Blackburn mangled the facts and misrepresented the words of EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy.
Blackburn Takes on ‘The Science Guy’
Month: February 2014
Campaign for Primary Accountability
A super PAC that has opposed House incumbents from both parties in primary elections.
ACA Impact on Per Capita Cost of Health Care
Rep. Chris Van Hollen claims the Affordable Care Act “has resulted in significantly reducing the per capita cost of health care.” To be clear, the per capita cost of health care is rising. Van Hollen’s office says he meant that the ACA has significantly reduced the growth in health care costs.
Feb. 14: League of Conservation Voters, AFSCME, ACA
League of Conservation Voters
An environmental group launched in 1969 that targets a “Dirty Dozen” list of politicians for defeat.
More Than 9 Million Newly Insured
Top Democrats, including President Obama, have credited the Affordable Care Act for more than 9 million Americans obtaining health insurance. But that’s an exaggerated figure that includes individuals who renewed Medicaid coverage and others who switched insurance to plans on the exchanges.
Distortions in Mississippi GOP Primary
A super PAC supporting Mississippi Sen. Thad Cochran is trying to turn the tables on his tea-party-backed challenger in the GOP primary.
American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
A labor union that represents more than 1.6 million public sector employees and retirees.
In Florida Ad: Recycled Quote Still Wrong
A TV ad from the conservative Americans for Prosperity recycles an old — and inaccurate — clip of Florida Rep. Steve Southerland blaming the Affordable Care Act for a “$1,200 increase” in health care premiums.
Tea Party Patriots Citizens Fund
A super PAC formed in 2013 with the goal of pushing the Republican Party further right.