The only thing correct in the right wing smear of this family is that assets are generally not considered in determining SCHIP eligibility...and this family's circumstances demonstrate why.
The two kids were severely injured in a car accident and both left comatose with brain injuries. The family had an income of about $45,000. The family "business" was the father's self-employed "business" as a carpenter. The $200,000 house was bought 15 years ago at $55,000. The family had no health insurance to cover the aftercare of the kids.
They were eligible in MD based on income. Many states, including Maryland, operate the SCHIP program under the belief that a working class family should not be put in a position of having to sell their home to meet their medical costs.
In short, dont take every thing you read on right wing blogs literally or at least try to get a better understanding of both sides
