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Originally Posted by manasecret
I'm somewhere in the middle. Basically I want details on a plan that will make everyone have health insurance but at the same time not completely hose those who have it now, and also reduce costs.
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I think that's what everyone wants, but all signs point to that not happening.
As for the topic, I'm not a firm supporter of Obama, so I guess the second question fits me better.
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If you are not a supporter, what does he need to say/do to convince you his solution is the best or good enough to approve?
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This speech won't really convince me either way, actions speak louder then words. There's only one thing he could do that'd make me approve of him at this point:
Explain to people how his idea for healthcare reform will both increase coverage and lower costs. I will not accept one without the other.
Plus he needs to explain to people how much of their tax dollars are being spent on healthcare. Explain to them that when a person goes to the doctor without insurance and gets those ridiculous bills that they can't pay off, that tax dollars ends up taking the tab. Explain that when someone goes bankrupt because of health issues that tax dollars get wasted too.
He needs to explain WHY healthcare reform is needed even from a financial standpoint, and how his plan will result in lower taxes in the long run.
He also needs to draw a line in the sand, there's been enough time debating. He should mention that he'd veto any bill that doesn't increase coverage and lower costs. Reassure people that he's not going to pass anything that's not real healthcare reform.
That's just what I think he should do. Its hard to say what he's really going to do though, he's not stupid enough to duck his head and just say no more public option.. but.. I'm about 99% sure the public option is not happening.