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Originally Posted by aceventura3
what if the US is a more violent society than Candida or the UK? If true what value would the stats you present have in coming to a conclusion regarding health care?
what if the US is a more racist society than Candida or the UK?
what if the socio-economic differences are greater in the US than Candida or the UK?
what if life style factors affecting health are worse in the US than Candida or the UK?
Do you ignore those kinds of factors when assessing a health care system, or do you try to adjust for those factors?
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Or what if millions of Americans can't afford access to even basic healthcare?
What if millions of Americans are afraid to go to the doctor because of the expense involved?
I can play this game too.
Healthcare is not the answer to all social ills, and suggesting it is is misdirection, plain and simple.
As someone who lives in a country with universal healthcare, the idea of arguing against it is bizarre. It's like arguing that fire departments should be private, or education. This is a basic public service.