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| Curtis Fackler, Republican |
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| Candidate: Insurance commissioner |
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| Curtis Fackler |
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| Age: 44 |
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| Residence: Spokane |
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| Occupation: |
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Business owner |
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| Education: |
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B.S. in marketing, Ohio State University; M.B.A., Golden Gate University |
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| Political history: |
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Vice-president, Northside Republican Action Club |
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| Endorsements: No response |
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| Campaign Web site: None |
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| Campaign theme: Curt signs the front side of paychecks. |
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What would you do to make prescription drugs more affordable? |
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Make it illegal to sell prescription drugs cheaper in foreign countries than the United States. Allow longer prescription periods (i.e., 3-6 month supply versus 30-day supply). List average sale prices on Web site. Tax credits/deductions for use of generics. |
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What would you do to make health insurance more affordable and available for individual consumers? |
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Allow insurance premiums to be tax-deductible or a tax credit. Allow individuals to join insurance associations/groups. Wider choice of plans and options for the consumer. Encourage higher deductible policies and more flexible use of premium dollars. |
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What changes are needed to protect insurance consumers' privacy? |
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Patient Bill of Rights needs to be extended to cover all consumers. Standardize medical-request forms to ensure only pertinent information is forwarded to the intended party. |
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How would you assess the current insurance commissioner, Deborah Senn, and the job she has done in the last eight years? What would you do differently? |
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I believe she has done a very poor job. This is best illustrated by the disappearance of medical insurance companies and the loss of the accreditation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. I would work with the industry and not against it. Set up arbitration committees for consumer disputes. |
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What would you do about the state's lack of accreditation from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners? Why is this important? |
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First hire the required amount of auditors. Use my financial expertise to oversee the process of financial oversight. This accreditation is critical for the reputation of the state and the industry. Loss of accreditation in any career field is unacceptable. |
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