The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux)

[Moonliner]

Originally Posted by Scrooge McSam

Thanks, Moon... I was familiar with that, but after further looking, I think Leo's concern is that Edwards' plan will require citizens to see a doctor according to some undetermined schedule. FWIW, it sounds to me that Edwards' is saying you won't be able to ignore your health for years and then expect the gov to swoop in provide emergency care when preventive care could have avoided the problem altogether.

If the fox quotes are accurate, I have trouble with your interpretation. His comments seem fairly cut and dry...

If you are going to be in the system, you can't choose not to go to the doctor for 20 years. You have to go in and be checked and make sure that you are OK."