Author: Mark Wrede

  “‘You’d assume that employers want to pay less, that they would want to pay more attention,’ he said. ‘But what I’ve learned is they are often underequipped, underresourced, and oftentimes not understanding the severity of the lack of oversight and accountability.’”     Employers […]

  “As health insurance costs continue to rise, employers are eyeing this type of health reimbursement arrangement to control their health care spending while still providing a benefit that workers value. Some consumer advocates are concerned the plans could result in skimpier, pricier coverage for […]

  “Critics have watched with alarm as the industry has managed to deflate or deflect financial penalties and steadily gain clout in Washington through political contributions; television advertising, including a 2023 Super Bowl feature; and other activities, including mobilizing seniors. There’s also a revolving door, […]

  “As Election Day approaches, Democratic hopefuls are doing all they can to tie Republican opponents in contested congressional districts to their anti-abortion records.”     Democratic Hopefuls Fault GOP Incumbents for Anti-Abortion Records in Congress   In a campaign ad this month, Derek Tran, a […]

  “…she was initially held without bond, facing 20 years to life in prison.”     She Was Accused of Murder After Losing Her Pregnancy. SC Woman Now Tells Her Story.   ORANGEBURG, S.C. — Amari Marsh had just finished her junior year at South […]