Biologics: Sens. McCain and Obama have similar views on biologics. Both candidates, like the ACR, are in favor of developing safe yet efficient policies for follow-on biologics, and neither candidate is opposed to the re-importation of drugs.
Information technology: Information technology is an important aspect of the health care community—encompassing everything from e-prescribing to electronic health records—and will continue to have a great impact on the way medicine is practiced. Both candidates believe that health information technology is necessary and should continue to be expanded. Specifically, Sen. Obama states on his Web site that he “will invest $10 billion a year over the next five years to move the U.S. health care system to broad adoption of standards-based electronic health information systems.” Sen. McCain has not yet developed a course of action, but—like his opponent—considers it a high priority.
You now have a snapshot of the candidates in the race for the U.S. presidency. The recent victory on the SGR issue (for which Senator Obama voted in favor, and Senator McCain was not present) has shown the power of active and vocal constituents. Continue to ensure your voice is heard by casting your vote on Tuesday, November 4.
If you have any questions concerning any legislative or government affairs issues, contact Kristin Wormley, ACR director of government affairs, at [email protected].
*The ACR does not support any specific political candidates. This look at both the presumptive Republican and Democratic nominees is a service of information and based on information that was available as of July 31. This is not an endorsement.