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Old 10-01-2008, 04:00 PM   #30 (permalink)
ottopilot
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Originally Posted by roachboy
i would think that an adapted version of the french model (free access to basic health care, manditory insurance for more intensive care with price controls on insurance companies) would fit with your position quite nicely, otto.
the problem with debate in the states is that the alternative model is typically the english, which isn't anywhere near as good or as flexible as the french model.
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Originally Posted by dc_dux
rb..I agree. That would be my ultimate goal as well.

But with more than 150 million currently served by employer based plans, I dont think we can get there from here in the short term without major disruption.
roachboy and dc ... I'm seeing signs that some evolution in this direction as well. It will take a while to "get there", at least getting to what works best here. I want accessibility, accountability, equity, responsibility, and charity. Finding the right balance will be the struggle, but it's inevitable.

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