How did doctors do in the election?

November 6, 2008

There are now 14 MDs in Congress, with OBs being the most represented specialty. It’s small step towards better physician representation, which is absolutely essential with health reform soon to take priority.

Some think that’s too many, which is nonsensical considering the disproportionate amount of lawyers in Congress compared to the general population.

topics: congress, politics



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{ 2 comments }

1 DX November 7, 2008 at 9:01 am

That wasn’t my point, but let’s pretend it is: are you really surprised that a law degree is good training for someone who wants to be a law-maker?

2 Cobweb November 7, 2008 at 6:18 pm

There is a disproportionate number of lawyers in the legislative body? What does that even mean?

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