2.14.11 Journalist and author from Slate and Newsweek Dahlia Lithwick joins Coy to discuss her recent column on Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli’s efforts to strike down President Obama’s health care reform bill. Is the entire bill unconstitutional? If not, what parts are? Get all the insights from one of the expert journalists covering the issue.
2.14.11 Best-selling non-fiction author David Swanson joins Coy with an update on the revolution in Egypt. Swanson describes just how inspiring the revolution is to civil rights activists around the world. He notes the impact of non-violent training by the citizen activists in the streets of Egypt, and says that method of protest is more effective than military involvement. Along those lines, Swanson comments on the importance of the writings of noted non-violence author Gene Sharp being translated into Arabic. Finally, David gives his analysis of how the events in Egypt will influence American political action. Be sure to check out Swanson’s latest book War Is A Lie.
2.14.11 Founder and President of Virginia Tomorrow Bob Holsworth joins Coy to discuss all things Virginia politics. The big story, of course, is the decision of Jim Webb to retire at the end of his term. Holsworth gives his assessment of the reaction of both parties to the announcement, and he also talks about the chances of Tim Kaine claiming the nomination, and the chances of Tom Perriello running, given his seemingly large grassroots support.
Eric Patashnik
The passage of the Affordable Care Act has generated concerns that the government will ration valuable health care services. But what exactly is rationing, and how does the U.S. health care system allocate scarce resources today? In this podcast, University of Virginia Professor Eric Patashnik discusses his research on the politics of evidence-based medicine and why rationing has emerged as a major public policy issue. He covers the role of doctors, political leaders, and public opinion in shaping the context in which the debate over rationing is playing out.
Eric Patashnik is Associate Dean and Professor of Politics and Public Policy at the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. He is also Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration. Patashnik received both his MPP and PhD (political science) from the University of California, Berkeley. He previously held faculty positions at Yale University and UCLA. Patashnik’s latest book is Reforms at Risk: What Happens After Major Policy Changes Are Enacted (Princeton University Press, 2008), which received the 2009 Louis Brownlow Book Award given by the National Academy of Public Administration. His two other books are Promoting the General Welfare: New Perspectives on Government Performance (co-editor with Alan S. Gerber, Brookings Institution Press, 2006), and Putting Trust in the U.S. Budget: Federal Trust Funds and the Politics of Commitment (Cambridge University Press, 2000). His essays have appeared in Political Science Quarterly, Governance, Journal of Health Politics, Policy & Law, Social Service Review, and in many edited volumes. His current major research project, with Alan Gerber of Yale University, explores the politics of evidence-based medicine in the United States and is supported by grants from the Smith Richardson and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundations.
Mr. Patashnik spoke at the February 9, 2011 meeting of the Senior Statesmen of Virginia. The meeting was held at The Charlottesville Senior Center. Following the presentation, questions were taken from the audience. The program was moderated by SSV board member Bob McGrath.
2.8.11 Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress Brian Katulis joins Coy live from Israel. Katulis gives a first hand account from the Middle East of the events in Egypt. When Mubarak officially step down? What will the country look like after he goes? Will the traditional old order in Egypt ever really leave even after their head is cut off? How will the United States’ relationship with Egpyt be changed going forward? Get all of the revolution insights from one of the foremost experts on the topic.
2.1.11 Associate Editor of Mother Jones magazine Nick Baumann joins Coy with the latest on the events in Egypt. We have a true revolution on our hands in the North African country, and today’s conversation provides background on where these problems with Hosni Mubarak originated, what kinds of rights and freedoms the people rioting in the streets are demanding, and what we can expect to develop in the coming days. Finally, Baumann gives his thoughts on new legislation that would re-define what classifies rape crimes in America.
1.31.11 Former United States Senator from Virginia George Allen joins Coy to discuss his announcement to run for U.S. Senate once again. Senator Allen fields questions about international balance of trade, energy resources, and health care reform. In addition, the former Senator talks about what it is going to take to beat Jim Webb in order to get his title back. Also included in today’s conversation are Senator Allen’s thoughts on the events unfolding in Egypt. Finally, Allen sets the record straight once and for all on his now infamous “Macaca” remark.
1.28.11 Best-selling non-fiction author David Swanson joins Coy to discuss the revolution taking place in Egypt. Cairo is literally burning, and today’s conversation addresses the political state which lead to this uprising and exactly what is going on. Swanson describes the protests as “inspiring,” but also is not convinced of the need for these heavy doses of violence. Who is withholding civil rights from these people? Exactly how corrupt is the leadership in Egypt? What is the United States’ level of involvement in this revolution? Get the expert insights into the breaking national news story of the day right here. Be sure to check out Swanson’s new book War is a Lie.
1.24.11 Director for Communications at the UVA Center for Politics Isaac Wood joins Coy to discuss George Allen’s announcement for U.S. Senate Candidacy. Wood breaks down the reasons behind Allen’s decision, and he also provides insight into who might oppose the former Senator both within his own party and on the other side and what chances the Republican has of winning. In addition, callers chime in with both early support and early opposition for George Allen.
1.20.11 House Editor from the Cook Political Report Dave Wasserman joins Coy to discuss the new Congress. Wasserman realeased a report today on his website about the art of redistricting, and in today’s interview he explains his writing. He also gives his thoughts on the early agendas and performances of the freshman members in this 112th edition of the United States Congress. The conversation also touches on what the political aftermath of the Gabrielle Giffords shooting will be, plus Wasserman’s predictions on the chances of a Webb vs. Allen rematch for a senate seat.
1.11.11 Political Cartoonist Jen Sorensen joins Coy to discuss the tragedy in Arizona over the weekend. As more news continues to trickle in about the attempted assassination of Gabrielle Giffords by the deranged man in Tucson, Sorensen breaks down exactly what she thinks lead to the event. In addition, she addresses why she believes this was in fact politically motivated, despite the media’s efforts to separate the two alltogether. Is one side of the political spectrum more to blame than the other, or are both the right and the left spewing equal amounts of violent rhetoric?
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