Subsidy. Well on that point, what if because out of necessity, I have to take what I can get. Maybe a temporary job because of mergers, downsizing, economy, etc. Many employers are dropping insurance for their employees. Even some of the "better" companies. It may not be my choice.
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347Universal Health Care, Pluses and Minuses
by watson init's a little late to be posting something like this, but i hope you can help me a little.
i would really like to review some of the pluses and minuses of universal type health care.
so here are some for consideration.
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Universal Health Care, Pluses and Minuses
by watson init's a little late to be posting something like this, but i hope you can help me a little.
i would really like to review some of the pluses and minuses of universal type health care.
so here are some for consideration.
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I don't think of myself as poor. That's the problem. What I have is tied up in retirement funds.....about half what they were a year ago, and I own my home. Have tried to save and invest for the future when I won't be able to compete in the secular work world...that time will come. Always responsible, etc., blah, blah, blah...but if I get really sick, I might have to kiss it all goodbye, and then the government, you and me, will have to pick up the cost anyway. No?
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Universal Health Care, Pluses and Minuses
by watson init's a little late to be posting something like this, but i hope you can help me a little.
i would really like to review some of the pluses and minuses of universal type health care.
so here are some for consideration.
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Not trying to be fair and balanced JD. I really do like the idea of Universal Health Care. I listed some of my emotional points, and although they may be simplistic, I don't think I am the only one that sees these.
Not clear on the "subsidizing" question JD.
The fear of finding something serious does come from the money issue, yes. Right now, I can only afford a $5000 deductable, with max $15,000 out of pocket. That's just the way it is. I'm probably not alone on something like this.
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Universal Health Care, Pluses and Minuses
by watson init's a little late to be posting something like this, but i hope you can help me a little.
i would really like to review some of the pluses and minuses of universal type health care.
so here are some for consideration.
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Good point. Will Universal Healthcare take away research and development? Will the government do away with it? Or will they invest in it to save money in the long run?
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Universal Health Care, Pluses and Minuses
by watson init's a little late to be posting something like this, but i hope you can help me a little.
i would really like to review some of the pluses and minuses of universal type health care.
so here are some for consideration.
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It's a little late to be posting something like this, but I hope you can help me a little. I would really like to review some of the pluses and minuses of Universal type health care. So here are some for consideration. Please add your pluses and minuses for discussion. I favor changes, so feel free to make your points.
Thanks,
WatsonUniversal Health Care
Pluses:
Will help us compete in the world economy
Will allow me to pursue my passion, instead of keep a shit job, out of fear.
Will take the profit motive out of “life saving” healthcare.
Will help me avoid bankruptcy and losing everything that I have worked for my whole life, if I should be one of the unlucky ones with a serious health problem.
Will make sure that all citizens will have access to life saving health practices.
I might actually go to the doctor without fear of finding something serious.
May help us to regain some respect on the world stage.
Minuses:
Will cost me more in taxes.
Some people will take advantage of the system.
Some doctors may not be able to build empires.
Stock holders in healthcare companies may see some of their wealth disappear.
Some hospitals will have to lay linoleum instead of Italian marble in their entry ways and lobbies.
Artists may have to sell their works to other venues.
It will take some effort.
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Why is the US so afraid of Social Health Care?
by eyeslice ini just don't get why the us is so afraid of social health care, and is so opposed to the canadian and british models.
the plain fact is that there are far more americans without access to health care than the combined populations of sweden, norway, denmark and finland.. a measure of the maturity of any society has to be how it sees fit to re-apportion its wealth.. we are quick to criticise african leaders who line their own pockets but leave the masses in poverty but cannot see that blindly following capitalist principles is much the same.
if we live in a wealthy society then part of that wealth has to be put back into society as a whole.. .
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'fraid it's futile.
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Why is the US so afraid of Social Health Care?
by eyeslice ini just don't get why the us is so afraid of social health care, and is so opposed to the canadian and british models.
the plain fact is that there are far more americans without access to health care than the combined populations of sweden, norway, denmark and finland.. a measure of the maturity of any society has to be how it sees fit to re-apportion its wealth.. we are quick to criticise african leaders who line their own pockets but leave the masses in poverty but cannot see that blindly following capitalist principles is much the same.
if we live in a wealthy society then part of that wealth has to be put back into society as a whole.. .
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Teach me...to do your will, oh Lord.
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Why is the US so afraid of Social Health Care?
by eyeslice ini just don't get why the us is so afraid of social health care, and is so opposed to the canadian and british models.
the plain fact is that there are far more americans without access to health care than the combined populations of sweden, norway, denmark and finland.. a measure of the maturity of any society has to be how it sees fit to re-apportion its wealth.. we are quick to criticise african leaders who line their own pockets but leave the masses in poverty but cannot see that blindly following capitalist principles is much the same.
if we live in a wealthy society then part of that wealth has to be put back into society as a whole.. .
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Ooohhh beks...I can't handle the tension..LOL.
On the topic. Americans are not afraid of Social Health Care. A lot of vocal, powerful rubes are.
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Why are people so offended by this?
by desib77 ini've been doing a lot of thinking and have been leaning toward a new conclusion about god.
i'm thinking that i believe in his existance but think that he does not play an active role in our lives.
he does not cause evil but also does not bless...... what do you think?.
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I believe there might be a "god/source/creator" of some sort. Just don't think it can do everything that it's followers day it can.
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Why is the US so afraid of Social Health Care?
by eyeslice ini just don't get why the us is so afraid of social health care, and is so opposed to the canadian and british models.
the plain fact is that there are far more americans without access to health care than the combined populations of sweden, norway, denmark and finland.. a measure of the maturity of any society has to be how it sees fit to re-apportion its wealth.. we are quick to criticise african leaders who line their own pockets but leave the masses in poverty but cannot see that blindly following capitalist principles is much the same.
if we live in a wealthy society then part of that wealth has to be put back into society as a whole.. .
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FHN, I think you have something on the Medicare thing. If they don't want universal healthcare, then maybe they should give it up. Interesting.
Robdar, don't discount Bek's lap..