U.S. Congressman Barney Frank
U.S. Representative Barney Frank has represented the 4th
District since 1981. As the Chairman of the Financial Services
Committee, he has been at the forefront of consumer advocacy efforts
to improve the nation's finances. Congressman Frank believes that
improving access to affordable health care is a critical component of
improving the nation's economy. Universal access to affordable health
care is the top item on his health agenda.
U.S. Congressman Michael Capuano
U.S. Representative Michael E. Capuano has represented
the 8th District since 1988. Preserving and expanding access to
quality health care is a top priority for Congressman Capuano. As a
founder and co-chair of the Congressional Community Health Centers
Caucus, he is fighting to expand funding for the nation's health
centers, which provide cost-effective health care in neighborhoods
that are traditionally underserved by the health care system.
Jewish Perspectives on Universal Health Care
Speaker: Rabbi Benjamin Samuels
Rabbi Samuels is the Rabbi of Congregation Shaarei Tefillah in Newton, Massachusetts. In addition, he is a doctoral candidate at Boston University's "Science, Philosophy and Religion" program.
Can the Massachusetts Health Reform Law Serve as a 'Model' for the National Proposals?
Speaker: Mr. Robert Restuccia
Mr. Restuccia is the Executive Director of Community Catalyst, a national consumer advocacy organization that focuses on community leadership as part of health reform. The organization is leading efforts in 40 states and at the national level.
What Are Your Health Insurance Options in these Uncertain Times?
Speaker: Mr. David Pomeranz
Mr. Pomeranz has conducted workshops for over 450 individuals on "Health Insurance Options" in the Greater Boston area. He was a panelist on the Brookline Access cable TV show, "Health Care: Choice or Chance?"