Election 2008: The Issues
Find out where the Presidential candidates stand on the economy, Iraq, the mortgage crisis and more.
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- Abortion
- Economy
- Education
- Energy
- Gay Marriage
- Healthcare

- Immigration
- Iraq
- Mortgage Crisis
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Healthcare
John McCain:
Opposes government-mandated health insurance. Would offer a tax credit to low-income individuals and families who purchase their own coverage. Proposes lowering healthcare costs by promoting coordinated care and focusing on prevention and treatment of chronic diseases.
Barack Obama:
Favors a national healthcare plan for all Americans, although participation would not be mandatory. Proposes creation of a national health insurance exchange to help people find private coverage and to serve as a watchdog on private insurers. Seeks to reduce health care costs by modernizing current healthcare system, including switching to electronic patient records.






















