The Fox News Lie Machine On The ACA

[dontworrybehappy]

[Indy]

Hey dwbh the mandate was a Republican idea. Please explain for us why it's wrong when a Dem utilizes it. Thanks.

Or why it's ok in Massachusetts and why the GOP nominee created it but then suddenly disowned it to appeal to people like you. Thanks again.

[dontworrybehappy]

Hey Indy we're talking about gov't run healthcare as a whole. Republicans sure in the hell weren't in favor of it, not a single repub voted for it!

[Mr.Bill]

[Mr.Bill]

[cool_chick]

Great article!

[The Comrade]

[Indy]

[exploited]

The Canadian system isn't perfect. Wait times are fairly common for non-lethal health problems that require major surgery. My Grandpa just waited a year for a knee replacement, for instance. On the other hand, a friend of the family had a major infection from a burst shit-organ of some variety, and received care immediately.

Point is, you'll be taken care of, and it won't ruin your life. I'm sure there are legit horror stories, but I can tell you one thing, none of them deal with an entire family being made bankrupt because one person got cancer.

On a personal note, I've received at least $100,000 worth of treatment in my lifetime, and it's cost me nothing. I am very thankful that others have chipped in for this. Between infant jaundice, severe epilepsy, a bad shoulder requiring multiple surgeries, and innumerable accidents, I've tallied up alot of care, and I don't know a single person who would say I should be denied because I can't afford it.

My only complaint is that I can't pay more taxes specifically towards health care.

I'd also like to see a modest fee introduced for visits to the family doctor. Say $10. That would go a long way.

[Ben Huh]

Canada is improving their HC system by reintroducing certain levels of privatization into their HC market. The waiting lists were a reality as rationing is an unfortunate part of HC that cannot be eradicated in any system, be they public or private. Some people are going to be priorities to get care, others are not. This is why I personally support a public option over a fully privatized or national HC system. It offers the most coverage for all income levels and maintains the accessibility people are looking for. The private part also helps keep waiting list low on the public rolls.