Addresses Health Care Reform, the Free Market and the IRS.

Annapolis, MD  Eric Wargotz, an elected member of the Queens Anne’s County Board of Commissioners and a candidate for US Senate from Maryland released the third of the campaign’s, “Eric on the Issues” radio ads, which are airing on talk radio stations around the state.  Wargotz is seeking the Republican nomination for the seat currently held by four term incumbent Senator, Barbara Mikulski.

In the spot (click here) titled, “A Second Opinion,” Wargotz, a physician who knows first hand the need for health care reform, takes issue with Washington’s handling of health care reform.   

“Washington's plan is about mandates and consequences, imposed by 16,000 new IRS agents.  And the Internal Revenue Service is not known for having a compassionate bedside manner,” he states. 

In the sixty second ad, Wargotz offers a plan, “which does not put the government between you and your doctor.”  He suggests that government reforms should provide for more options, not less.  He supports medical savings accounts, portability, tort reform and the ability to purchase insurance across state lines. 

“I believe competition and flexibility will reduce cost, increase participation and improve quality, not penalties enforced by the IRS,” he concludes. 

The spot, which began airing recently, is the third in a series designed to highlight the cornerstones of the campaign.  Previously, the campaign began airing, “Our Common Defense” on the issue of national security and “Promises Made” regarding his record as a County Commissioner.  In the coming weeks, the economy and the environment will also be addressed.