Edwards: proposed block grants to replace Obamacare is “terrible idea” Gene Marrano September 18, 2017 1 minute read State Sen. John Edwards Some Republican members of Congress are floating another health care reform idea: block grants to states. But Roanoke’s State Senator calls “a terrible idea”, as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports. Share: Post navigation Previous: Ed Gillespie live on WFIR: proposal for I-81, reactions to GOP attacks on lobbyist backgroundNext: Roanoke’s new city manager: any downtown parking problems are, in ways, a healthy sign Related Stories Local political scientist says US-Iran deal looks to be a good step forward Gene Marrano June 16, 2026 Virginia moves toward legal cannabis sales after budget compromise Ian Price June 16, 2026 USA Cycling Mountain Biking Championships adds another year – back in Roanoke Valley for 2027 Gene Marrano June 15, 2026
