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June 28, 2012
HEALTH CARE DECISION: L.A. Jewish community reacts
The following are some of the statements from community leaders and from Jewish organizations that were issued following the Supreme Court decision to uphold the Affordable Care Act.
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HEALTH CARE DECISION — Jews React: Bikur Cholim Jewish Healthcare Foundation President
Rabbi Hershy Ten, president of Bikur Cholim Jewish Healthcare Foundation in Los Angeles, never thought the health care system needed much reform.
HEALTH CARE DECISION — Jews React: Beverly Hills cardiologist and internist
Beverly Hills cardiologist and internist Dr. Reed Wilson — a former member of the Republican Jewish Coalition who helped found its Los Angeles chapter — called the mandate \”an amazing breach of the American trust.\” Moreover, he said, the law\’s finer print contains \”rules and regulations\” pertaining to doctor reimbursement rates that will threaten physicians\’ private practices and health care quality.
HEALTH CARE DECISION — Jews React: Chief executive officer of Bend the Arc
\”This is a huge win for the American people,\” said Alan van Capelle, chief executive officer of Bend the Arc, a Jewish social justice organization. \”The Supreme Court has validated the ACA [Affordable Care Act].\”
HEALTH CARE DECISION — Jews React: One LA community organizer
Skip Koenig, a Temple Judea congregant and co-chair of the community organizing group One LA\’s health strategy team. Koenig said he is \”thrilled\” and \”excited\” about the court\’s decision to uphold the mandate that requires all Americans to buy health insurance.
HEALTH CARE DECISION — Jews react: Los Angeles Jewish Home CEO & President
Molly Forrest, CEO and president of the Los Angeles Jewish Home, had surgery to alleviate arthritis in her neck in December 2010.
HEALTH CARE DECISION — Jews react: Jewish Family Service CEO
Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles CEO Paul Castro lauded the announcement of the Supreme Court\’s decision this morning to uphold President Obama\’s Affordable Care Act, saying it will benefit JFS\’s target population.
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