Survey shows small business support for health reforms
Wisconsin NewsA group that’s pushing for health care reform says two-thirds of Wisconsin small business owners want Washington to require companies to insure their workers.
A group that’s pushing for health care reform says two-thirds of Wisconsin small business owners want Washington to require companies to insure their workers.
Wisconsin Citizen Action co-sponsored a survey with the Small Business Majority.
They said small business owners in Wisconsin favor mandatory employer coverage by a 2-1 margin.
And 60 percent endorsed reforms similar to President Obama wants, with a government health plan competing against private plans.
Other business groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have opposed government involvement, saying a market-driven system works the best.
But John Arensmeyer, CEO of the Small Business Majority, said everyone can agree that some change is necessary.
He said many who opposed reforms 16 years ago say they’re needed now, because the current system is unsustainable.
Robert Kraig of Wisconsin Citizen Action says he’s encouraged that small business owners believe in what calls a “shared responsibility” for health reform.
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