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News and Events

Public Policy Center Research Specialist and manager of the Gambler's Assistance Program Evaluation project,
Dr. Juan Paulo Ramirez, was called upon by a reporter for the Santiago Times as a source of information on gambling and the consequences of a gambling addiction. The Santiago Times has been Chile's most important English language newspaper for the past 20 years. To read the full article view our In The News page or CLICK HERE.

Senator Hagel and Mr. Kerrey: Ensuring Health and Financial Security for All

Ensuring Health and Financial Security for All: Can We Identify Reasonable Solutions to These American Challenges?

On Thursday, October 9, 2008, Senators Hagel and Kerrey spoke candidly about the United States' struggle to reform health care and looking forward to what must be done to ensure health care for all. This free event was proudly sponsored by AARP, Prairie Fire and the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center. 

For your convenience and enjoyment, a link to streaming video of the event is available in 320 by 240 and 640 by 326 formats.

Essays from Prairie Fire
Senator Hagel's EssayPDF File
Bob Kerrey's EssayPDF File

TV Coverage
Local news coverage of the forum is available in 320 by 240 and 640 by 480 formats.

Sen. Hagel, Former Sen. Kerrey Discuss Health Care System. KOLN/KGIN Channel 10/11.
Sen. Hagel: Health Care Needs Radical Change. KETV Channel 7.
Financial Crisis Weighs Heavy on Healthcare System. KHAS-TV.

NET2 Broadcast Schedule
Saturday, November 1st, 7 PM CT
Sunday, November 2nd, 1 PM CT
Saturday, November 15th, 7PM CT
Sunday, November 16th, 1 PM CT

In The News
Hagel, Kerrey Discuss Health Care Issues. (2008-10-10). The Daily Nebraskan.
Kerrey, Hagel Eye Gathering Storms Ahead. (2008-10-10). Lincoln Journal Star.
Lincoln Forum Highlighted Presidential Candidates' Health Care Proposals. (2008-10-10). Omaha World-Herald.