Washington governor, challenger differ sharply on healthcare
Seattle Post-Intelligencer, October 28, 2008
Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire and Republican challenger Dino Rossi both favor lowering healthcare costs and decreasing the number of uninsured residents. However, their approaches to such plans differ. Gregoire says Washington legislators would maintain an active role in the plans, while Rossi believes free-market forces should be utilized to drive down costs and expand access.
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