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The Healthcare Vote

So watching C-SPAN, I'm noticing a certain pattern among the callers who are opposed to the Bill.  First, there's a disconnect between their own personal situation and what the Bill actually accomplishes.  One caller complained about spreading Communism...because her husband is in the Army.  Sooooooo you're on government sponsored healthcare!!!  Great.  Second, a few callers complained about natural rights and what have you.  One caller was on his parents insurance.  I'm sure he will bitterly complain about having the "right" to stay on that coverage until the age of 26.  Another caller didn't have insurance at all.  The specific complaint was about the mandate.  Unfortunately, no one asked this 20-year old sage who will pick up the tab if he has an unfortunate accident requiring immediate medical attention.  Because I certainly want the freedom to operate a motor vehicle without a license and under the influence if we're not concerned about the burdens we impose on society. 

I yield the balance of my time to the commenters. 

Full post as published by Nuts & Boalts on March 22, 2010 (boomark / email).