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ArchivesPatients' RightsBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.New patients' rights bills on Capitol Hill focus on the right to sue a health insurers. Some say the ability to sue will make HMO's more accountable for the care they give. But insurance companies claim more lawsuits will only drive up health care costs. Laura’s guests are Dr. Donald Palmisano, a New Orleans surgeon and with the Litigation Center of the American Medical Association and State Medical Societies www.ama.org and Rick Smith, Vice President of public policy and research for the American Association of Health Plans www.aahp.org. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Sunapee's Master Clock RestorerBy John Walters on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.Steve Sanborn of Sunapee is the proprietor of Sanborn’s Antique Clocks, where he repairs and restores clocks of all ages and styles. Since childhood, he’s been fascinated by timepieces, and he was fortunate to be introduced to the trade in his boyhood. After a brief career in banking, he began working on clocks full-time. He gave John Walters a tour of his shop, and talked about his business. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Last Child Raised in Canterbury Shaker VillageBy John Walters on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.On May 26th, when Canterbury Shaker Village celebrates "Family Memory Day," one of the participants will be Alberta Kirkpatrick. She was the last child brought into the community in 1929; she stayed until 1936 and now lives in Warren, Pennsylvania. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Jeffords Defection Could Spell Trouble for SmithBy Trish Anderton on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.U.S. Senator James Jeffords is expected to announce he's leaving the Republican party, giving Democrats a slight edge in the U.S. Senate. NHPR's Trish Anderton reports on how this might affect New Hampshire's future. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Senate Committee Hears Pro and Con of Biz TaxBy David Darman on Wednesday, May 23, 2001.Supporters of the New Hampshire House measure to fund Education and balance the budget went before a state senate committee today. The sponsors admitted their plan was not very attractive, but still urged its passage. Opponents were more direct. NHPR's David Darman has more. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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