Today we change the course of Kentucky's history." It is not often that a
public official can say such a thing with a large measure of
credibility, but Gov. Steve Beshear legitimately raised that hope
Thursday, as he announced that he would expand Kentucky's Medicaid
program under federal health reform. If Beshear's vision is fulfilled,
Kentucky will no longer have one of the unhealthiest populations of any
state, a change that will make it more attractive to employers, and any
Kentuckian who wants health insurance will be able to get it.
For the news analysis, visit Kentucky Health News online.
