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There are few issues on which the stakes in this election are quite as stark as on health care. Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden plans to pass (and Democrats largely support) a massive health care expansion that could result in 25 million additional individuals gaining health insurance. The Trump administration, as we speak, is pushing to get the Supreme Court to kill the Affordable Care Act, which would strip at least 20 million Americans of health care coverage.    There's no one I'd rather have on to discuss these issues than Sarah Kliff. Kliff is an investigative reporter for the New York Times focusing on health care policy, and my former colleague at the Washington Post and Vox where we co-hosted The Weeds alongside Matt Yglesias. She's one of the most clear, incisive health care policy analysts in media today and a longtime friend, which made this conversation a pleasure. We discuss:  The legacy of Obamacare 10 years later Why the fiercely fought over “individual mandate” isn’t all it’s cracked up to be  What Biden’s health care plan would actually do — and where it falls short  Whether a Biden administration would be able to pass massive health care reform — and why it might still have a chance even if the filibuster remains intact  The ongoing Supreme Court case to dismantle Obamacare  Whether Donald Trump has a secret health care plan to protect those with preexisting conditions (spoiler: he doesn’t)  The hollow state of Republican health care policy  The academic literature showing that health insurance is literally a matter of life and death  Which social investments would have the largest impact on people’s health (hint: it’s probably not expanding insurance)    And much more References: "If Trump wins, 20 million people could lose health insurance. If Biden wins, 25 million could gain it." by Dylan Scott, Vox “Obamacare Turns 10. Here’s a Look at What Works and Doesn’t.” by Sarah Kliff, et al. New York Times "The I.R.S. Sent a Letter to 3.9 Million People. It Saved Some of Their Lives." by Sarah Kliff, New York Times "Republicans Killed the Obamacare Mandate. New Data Shows It Didn’t Really Matter." by Sarah Kliff, New York Times "Without Ginsburg, Supreme Court Could Rule Three Ways on Obamacare" by Sarah Kliff and Margot Sanger-Katz, New York Times Book recommendations: The Healing of America by TR Reid  And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts  Dreamland by Sam Quinones  I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen Credits: Producer/Audio wizard - Jeff Geld Researcher - Roge Karma Please consider making a contribution to Vox to support this show: bit.ly/givepodcasts Your support will help us keep having ambitious conversations about big ideas. New to the show? Want to check out Ezra’s favorite episodes? Check out the Ezra Klein Show beginner’s guide (http://bit.ly/EKSbeginhere) Want to contact the show? Reach out at ezrakleinshow@vox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode I ask the question, “Is Bob Mueller’s team getting worried about critical evidence?” Also, are key players lying about lying? I address the Obamacare ruling and what it means for your health care. Finally, I cover the recent developments in the net neutrality debate. News Picks: Is Gen. Mike Flynn’s conviction going to be overturned?   Is Bob Mueller’s team concerned about this piece of critical evidence?   Federal judge rules Obamacare is unconstitutional.   Nancy Pelosi is wondering why the media is focused on allegations against Trump. What?   Net neutrality supporters were all wrong. This latest study debunks all of the hysteria over the repeal of net neutrality.   The father of the deceased young migrant girl says the Border Patrol did everything they could do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summary: We’re done playing nice. The new rules are in effect, and liberals aren’t going to like them. Also, this has been a big week for the Trump team. I cover some of their enormous victories.    News Picks: Dear Liberals, stop lying about “Democratic Socialism.” This piece thoroughly debunks their silly arguments.    This Mollie Hemingway piece recaps how the media made fools of themselves with their collusion conspiracy theory   Evan Sayet’s piece addresses Trump’s new rules.   Why is Twitter shadow-banning conservatives?   The House finally moves against Rod Rosenstein.   Another huge win for Trump on trade.    Copyright CRTV. All rights reserved.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summary: In this episode I address the explosive information contained in the court paperwork in the leak investigation. I also address President Trump’s comments at the G-7 and the recent decision by the DOJ that could decimate Obamacare.   News Picks: This piece destroys the ongoing, disgraceful media spin about Spygate.   The DOJ is still withholding documents from congressional oversight.    This piece debunks another desperate liberal economic narrative.    Obamacare is in deep trouble due to these recent decisions by the DOJ.   Obamacare is driving premiums up dramatically.   Another Obama administration scandal brewing at the National Archives.   The court documents from the leak investigation are interesting. Pay attention to the dates.    Copyright CRTV. All rights reserved.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Obamacare is a scam. This article describes how they play with the numbers to deceive you. Another excellent explanation of the phony “Clinton surplus.” What percentage of the tax load do the top 20% pay? The number may surprise you. The dreadful Washington Post is in a panic as the credibility of the Mueller probe collapses. Debunking myths about the investigation into Bill Clinton. A classic, must-watch Thomas Sowell clip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The entire Trump investigation is falling apart. Here’s what the media isn’t telling you. http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2017-12-03/what-media-isnt-telling-you-about-indictment-mike-flynn   Obamacare is an abysmal failure but this I didn’t expect. https://www.cato.org/blog/aca-subsidies-labor-market-participation   President Trump appears ready to make one of the boldest foreign policy decisions I’ve seen in decades.  http://www.dailywire.com/news/24354/excellent-trump-7-reasons-trump-would-be-right-ben-shapiro   Govt is really screwing up the housing market. https://www.cato.org/blog/high-cost-government-housing?utm_source=Cato+Institute+Emails&utm_campaign=6609413d7c-Cato_at_Liberty_RSS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_395878584c-6609413d7c-143016961&goal=0_395878584c-6609413d7c-143016961&mc_cid=6609413d7c&mc_eid=3fd7404a34   Why was Flynn charged? An interesting viewpoint from a Democrat.  http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/12/04/alan-dershowitz-why-did-flynn-lie-and-why-did-mueller-charge-him-with-lying.html         Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

These articles thoroughly debunk the Democrats’ latest disingenuous talking points about the GOP tax cuts.     http://dailysignal.com/2017/11/28/dont-believe-democrat-attacks-tax-reform-facts/   http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/454099/senate-tax-reform-would-not-raise-taxes-poor   Is Obamacare causing a wave of healthcare bankruptcies?  http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2017-11-28/obamacare-set-drive-new-wave-hospital-bankruptcies   CNN says they’re boycotting the White House Christmas party, but, who really cares? https://t.co/XRvDYmhmYS   Why is this rogue government agency collecting your financial records? http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/cfpbs-nsa-like-surveillance-in-limbo-with-leadership-tussle/article/2641956   The Democrats took a huge loss yesterday in the courts. https://legalinsurrection.com/2017/11/court-sides-with-trump-in-bitter-fight-with-cfpb-and-elizabeth-warren/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+LegalInsurrection+%28Le%C2%B7gal+In%C2%B7sur%C2%B7rec%C2%B7tion%29 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode - Another liberal boycott is about to blow up in their faces. https://twitchy.com/gregp-3534/2017/11/12/did-you-nuke-your-keurig-you-may-be-in-luck-sean-hannity-will-give-away-500-coffee-makers/   This piece debunks another silly liberal myth about the “rich” and taxes. https://t.co/ryFoq3PbSv   The Obamacare tax penalty is the real problem in the tax code. https://t.co/UditBWRQj4   Liberals keep lying about what happened in Kansas to argue against tax reform. http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/as-congress-debates-tax-reform-dont-be-deceived-by-tax-myths-about-kansas/article/2640397   Did the Trump dossier trigger an FBI investigation? http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/byron-york-did-dossier-trigger-the-trump-russia-probe/article/2640470?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Examiner%20Today&utm_source=StructureCMS   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode -   Democrats are lying about the Republicans’ tax plan. http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/democrats-are-lying-about-republican-tax-plan-says-washington-post-fact-checker/article/2639367   If global warming is real then why isn’t the globe actually warming? https://wattsupwiththat.com/2017/11/01/global-temperature-continues-to-cool/   This tax deduction actually encourages higher taxes. http://dailysignal.com/2017/11/01/tax-deduction-forces-americans-subsidize-high-tax-states/?utm_source=TDS_Email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MorningBell&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiTURFeU0yWTVORE15TVRjMiIsInQiOiJRblB2clZKNkJOaERCRWpRZGxmNENnbFVIdEoxOVRiVUlDa3I2ZmZ0dUNuY2xKVXBubUdKaWpzZTBIT2R3T0pJNjF5d3pBbzBHVTNMVHM4Y2hpaytWbmZPOGdnVDhuelhlV2U4T29TM2JcL21KXC94V3A3N05kYlpkaTZYbXpxeFAyIn0%3D   What can be done to stop vehicle attacks? http://dailysignal.com/2017/11/01/what-can-be-done-to-stop-terrorist-vehicular-attacks/?utm_source=TDS_Email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MorningBell%22&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiTURFeU0yWTVORE15TVRjMiIsInQiOiJRblB2clZKNkJOaERCRWpRZGxmNENnbFVIdEoxOVRiVUlDa3I2ZmZ0dUNuY2xKVXBubUdKaWpzZTBIT2R3T0pJNjF5d3pBbzBHVTNMVHM4Y2hpaytWbmZPOGdnVDhuelhlV2U4T29TM2JcL21KXC94V3A3N05kYlpkaTZYbXpxeFAyIn0%3D   Here’s another Obamacare scam which is hurting your wallet. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-deception-behind-those-in-network-health-discounts-1509487216   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode -   Why are we continuing with a suicidal immigration policy? https://www.conservativereview.com/articles/uzbek-nyc-terror-suspect-was-admitted-under-obamas-dhs   Here’s one thing we most do to fight back against this growing terror threat. http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/12/01/nyc-attack-us-needs-to-focus-on-physical-surveillance-says-fmr-secret-service-agent.html   Another terror attack on American soil. Thank the Lord for America’s brave police officers.  http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/12/01/nyc-terror-attack-halloween-horror-would-have-been-much-worse-without-top-notch-nypd.html   Another troubling component of the Russian special counsel investigation. http://www.nationalreview.com/article/453305/paul-manafort-indictment-mystifying-enigmatic   How keeping the property tax deduction will backfire on the middle-class. http://dailysignal.com/2017/10/31/keeping-property-tax-deduction-backfire-middle-class/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode - The NFL “take a knee” fiasco is a devastating blow to the media’s echo chamber. Here’s why. https://libertyunyielding.com/2017/10/10/nfl-meltdown-blows-dam-msms-centralized-media-model/   Is CBS losing money because of the anti-American NFL protests? https://www.cnbc.com/2017/10/16/cbs-earnings-to-disappoint-due-to-weak-nfl-ratings-credit-suisse-says.html   These pictures of empty NFL stadiums are additional proof that the boycotts are working.  http://ijr.com/the-declaration/2017/10/998358-nfl-boycott-full-force-empty-seats-show-just-powerful/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social   Yes, corporate tax cuts do benefit American workers. Here’s how. https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-to-make-a-good-tax-reform-plan-even-better-1508194497   How Obamacare price controls are spiking your premiums. https://www.cato.org/blog/trump-executive-order-could-save-millions-obamacare       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode I address: Are we dealing with sane people in the North Korean crisis? http://conservativehq.com/node/26215   www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/06/28/north-korea-may-have-resumed-counterfeiting-operation/amp/   Why do some people still believe a weak US dollar is a good thing? https://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-is-wrong-a-weak-dollar-doesnt-make-a-strong-economy-1502233493   Please stop using this debunked statistic about paid family leave. https://www.cato.org/blog/paid-leave-figures-are-misleading?utm_source=Cato+Institute+Emails&utm_campaign=76c807d88a-Cato_at_Liberty_RSS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_395878584c-76c807d88a-143016961&goal=0_395878584c-76c807d88a-143016961&mc_cid=76c807d88a&mc_eid=3fd7404a34   Some astonishingly bad numbers on Obamacare. But, liberals won't care.  https://ballotpedia.org/Scott_Rasmussen's_Number_of_the_Day   SPONSOR LINKS: www.BrickhouseNutrition.com/dan www.PrepareWithDan.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Obamacare premiums are exploding again but, the media will probably blame  Republicans. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/02/insurers-seeking-huge-premium-hikes-on-obamacare-plans.html   A bold proposal from Capitol Hill on immigration?  http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/exclusive-david-perdue-tom-cotton-to-unveil-skills-based-immigration-bill-at-white-house-wednesday/article/2630347   Do tax cuts cause increased tax revenue? Is Kansas a success story for tax cuts?  https://www.cato.org/blog/three-lessons-tax-defeat-kansas       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Topics today include: Why are American taxpayers being forced to bail out healthcare insurance companies? https://www.conservativereview.com/articles/trump-continues-illegal-obamacare-bailout-for-insurers-congress   Did a Democrat Senator accidentally tell the truth about Obamacare? http://www.lifezette.com/referral/sen-feinstein-makes-shocking-admission-obamacare/   Is the economy getting ready for a boom, or a bust? Here are some interesting signs. https://www.wsj.com/articles/as-washington-stalls-company-profits-keep-trucking-1501423201     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode I address the Left's continued use of a debunked statistic to claim that 22 million Americans will "lose" health insurance if Obamacare is repealed.  http://dailysignal.com/2017/07/24/cbo-says-22-million-people-lose-insurance-gop-plan-facts?utm_source=TDS_Email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MorningBell&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiWkRrMlltUm1OR05sT1dVMyIsInQiOiJtSlF6QlQ3MHJXVFdWUkxsWGcrckN4XC9Cc3FjRmZHamZcL1BnY2w3WEFMRk1TN2VqXC9FSUZoZDB3KzBcL1RUNENTdnRRMVM1MzMrMnlETFwvNjU0a0d5eTVcL29wcVF1Z1cybDFtbGRBUDdGVXBCeFhpRDBsMjBFUG5GbEJUbis0aTZwTCJ9   https://www.forbes.com/sites/theapothecary/2017/07/22/cbo-three-fourths-of-coverage-difference-between-obamacare-gop-bills-driven-by-individual-mandate/#572a38236270   I discuss the possibility of a presidential indictment and a personal pardon and the constitutional arguments for both. https://pjmedia.com/andrewmccarthy/2017/07/24/yes-a-president-may-be-indicted-and-may-pardon-himself/   I address a path forward for President Trump with regard to his dissatisfaction with Attorney General Jeff Sessions.  http://thehill.com/homenews/administration/343556-cruz-being-considered-to-replace-sessions-report   Was Chipotle sabotaged? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-07-25/the-chipotle-corporate-sabotage-theory-returns   Finally, I address the federal government's policies on seizing property from citizens.  http://amp.nationalreview.com/article/449670/jeff-sessions-civil-asset-forfeiture-plans-conservatives-should-oppose     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode I address the GOP broken promises on Obamacare and why the replacement bill collapsed. http://hosted2.ap.org/APDEFAULT/3d281c11a96b4ad082fe88aa0db04305/Article_2017-07-18-US--Congress-Health%20Care/id-37abb1d7eb8740bb9a8829d05b58b01f   I also discuss the continuing liberal love affair with "green energy" despite the failure to meet their own goals. https://www.wsj.com/articles/germany-should-say-danke-for-u-s-oil-1500326174   I address preemption laws in Texas and their constitutional implications.  http://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/342291-texas-republicans-take-aim-at-liberal-cities   Finally, I discuss the potential for bold tax reform and how this could transform our economy, and the 2018 midterm elections. http://www.theamericanmirror.com/gingrich-boost-economy-large-tax-cut-real-danger-speaker-pelosi/     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode I address the major flaws in the just released Senate Obamacare replacement bill.  http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/new-senate-republican-healthcare-plan-leaves-taxes-on-the-wealthy-in-place-lets-people-buy-less-expensive-plans/article/2628509   https://www.cato.org/blog/are-obamacares-community-rating-regulations-system-price-controls?utm_source=Cato+Institute+Emails&utm_campaign=e52c706fae-Cato_at_Liberty_RSS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_395878584c-e52c706fae-143016961&goal=0_395878584c-e52c706fae-143016961&mc_cid=e52c706fae&mc_eid=3fd7404a34     I discuss exposing federal budget and corresponding deficits.  http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/terence-p-jeffrey/monthly-federal-spending-tops-400b-first-time   I address the disturbing new abortion law in Oregon and the liberal love affair with population control.  http://www.nationalreview.com/article/449427/oregon-new-abortion-law-radical-grisly   http://www.nationalreview.com/article/449426/have-fewer-children-decrease-carbon-footprint-leftists-urge   https://www.heartland.org/news-opinion/news/ending-the-myth-of-overpopulation?source=policybot   Finally, I discuss the economics behind tax cuts and why they can increase tax revenues.  https://www.wsj.com/articles/governors-and-mayors-should-be-begging-for-trumps-tax-cut-1499987072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode I address the DC Swamp's fierce resistance to Obamacare reform and the disturbing deal they are considering.  http://washex.am/2uUTU83   I discuss a Russian sanctions provision which is likely to do more damage to the American economy than the Russian economy.  https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-russia-sanctions-trap-1499729126     I also debunk a phony liberal talking point about Trump's voter fraud commission.  http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-vote-idUSKBN19V29W   I discuss a story about labor special-interest groups and their economically backwards battle with goats (yes, goats) in Michigan.  https://www.cato.org/blog/goats-are-doing-our-job-says-union?utm_source=Cato+Institute+Emails&utm_campaign=16de466096-Cato_at_Liberty_RSS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_395878584c-16de466096-143016961&goal=0_395878584c-16de466096-143016961&mc_cid=16de466096&mc_eid=3fd7404a34   Finally, I address the unprecedented Democrat obstruction of Trump's nominees to essential government positions.  http://www.rollcall.com/news/politics/white-house-schumer-clash-confirmation-votes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices