Gov. Malloy Says Reducing Medicaid Coverage Is Dangerous

The transcript discusses a meeting between governors and the President, focusing on Medicaid expansion and healthcare policy. It highlights differing views among Republican governors and Democrats, with concerns about the impact of potential policy changes. The discussion also touches on the political implications and predictions for future legislative actions.

What is the main reason given for the high cost of insurance on the exchange?

• Increased demand for healthcare services

• Lack of competition among insurers

• Faulty modeling of healthcare costs

• High administrative costs

What is one potential consequence of reducing Medicaid coverage mentioned in the discussion?

• Increased healthcare innovation

• Job losses and hospital closures

• Lower insurance premiums

• Improved healthcare quality

How did the President and Secretary Price handle the discussion on Medicaid during the meeting?

• They provided clear answers to all questions

• They had a muted exchange with Democrats

• They avoided the topic entirely

• They proposed immediate policy changes

What is the stance of some Republican governors on Medicaid expansion?

• They all support reducing Medicaid coverage

• They have not expressed any opinion

• They are divided, with some supporting it

• They are unanimously against it

What is predicted to happen with the healthcare policy in Congress?

• The House will pass it unanimously

• It will be rejected by both the House and Senate

• The Senate will pass it without changes

• The House will debate it, but the Senate may not pass it