Well said, DF. As a nation,

scofflaw — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:29:03 +0000

In reply to But How Will We Pay For It?

Well said, DF. As a nation, we wold save so much money if we switched to a universal, single-payer health system like the one in Canada or many countries in Western Europe. As for the patient, imagine going to the doctor and knowing that you're not gonna get random bills in the mail for $50 or $75 when you're not even sure what it's for or whether the insurance company should be paying for it.

Imagine going to the doctor to get something checked out and not having to be concerned that a diagnosis might hand you a pre-existing condition that'll disqualify you for insurance in the future if you switch jobs.

I'm just worried that the Dems will negotiate away the government's power to bargain with insurance companies about the cost of drugs or services (viz. Medicare). I'm concerned that if the govt insurance program can't dictate the cost of drugs and services, it'll be almost as expensive as private insurance, and Repubs and insurance-company lapdogs will point to the public option as a big failure. Don't back down, Mr. President!

Awesome, DF!

Orlando — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 16:28:59 +0000

In reply to But How Will We Pay For It?

Awesome, DF!

dagblog - Comments for "But How Will We Pay For It?"

Well said, DF. As a nation,

Awesome, DF!