Reply #6: I haven't seen the ad [View All]

[Raspberry]

I don't watch much TV. I have heard good and bad about the Canadian system. I don't think it's impossible that she needed to go to the US for specialized treatment, or that she would have died without it. Again, that assertion is not necessarily a lie.

Since I haven't seen the ad, I didn't know that she stated that the system is "gov't run," or that she implied that Canadians don't care for their system.

I pretty much have stayed neutral on the issue of single payer/public option, until I get more info.

We have (what I consider to be) very good group insurance through my husband's job. We also pay a lot of $$$$ for it. ($500/month) On the other hand, one of my friends, who has the same coverage as we do, thinks it sucks. I guess that's just proof that no system will please everyone. We could get cheaper insurance through my job, but the coverage probably wouldn't be nearly as good. So far, the benefit of our plan has made the cost worthwhile for my family.

I would like to be able to know precisely what is in any healthcare bills, as well as the costs, before I will commit. Also, I will be willing to listen to all sides of the issue--including (gasp!) the Republicans because this is an important issue, and once it is in place there will be no turning back.