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Originally posted by Peetster
Another attempt at social engineering. Change behavior and outcome through government programs. The only thing I want my government to do is keep me safe from "enemies both foreign and domestic".
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I agree with you Peetster.
But the fact is that the government is also in the health care business, through Medicaid, Medicare, various public helath organizations, etc. Which, of course, means we the taxpayers foot the bill for all this.
And the simple fact of the matter is: fat people cause more health dollars to be spent then even smokers. Fat people get diabetes, have increased circulatory problems, problems with bone structure, on and on.
While I think you are correct, Peetster, I believe the government DOES currently have an interest in changing this behavior. How much money can we spend on taking care of people whose health problems stem from being overweight? This is surely not the answer, but it IS an attempt.