Health Effects

But health care costs, not corporate taxes, are the real drain on the U.S. economy.

In Washington, Congress is considering deep health care cuts to pay for tax breaks for the wealthy. In Hawai'i, lawmakers have approved landmark new financial support for family caregivers.

A Chicago-based activist who has overcome mental health challenges is helping to lead a battle for moral tax and spending policies at the state and federal levels.

The deepest of our deep pockets are now pumping millions into immortality research. Should we be amused — or alarmed?