Aaron E. Carroll : Idea that Carroll wants to cut , Republicans want to spend is a myth . GOP says the Affordable Care Act cuts future costs of health care significantly , if not enough . They may offend your political sensibilities . Cuts in Carroll spending and oversight of abuses mean substantial savings , he says . Carroll : Parts of the act save money and some cost , but overall , it reduces the deficit .
Aaron E. Carroll : Idea that Carroll wants to cut , Republicans want to spend is a myth . GOP says the Affordable Care Act cuts future costs of health care significantly , if not enough . Cuts in Carroll spending and oversight of abuses mean substantial savings , he says . Carroll : Parts of the act save money and some cost , but overall , it reduces the deficit .