Guest Commentary: Life and death and child health reform
Posted: August 31, 2009 at 5:31 a.m.
As a child, Devante Johnson's future seemed to be full of promise. He made excellent grades in school and helped around the house. His mother, Tamika Scott, worked hard, managing to raise three boys while pursuing a career, buying a house and completing a college degree. Mrs. Scott had a 401(k) retirement fund and private health insurance and was confident she was prepared for unforeseen emergencies. At 29, she took comfort in the belief that her family was secure.
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Opinion, Pages 4 on 08/31/2009
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