The Conservative VS Liberal VS Moderate Perspective
Regardless of any arguments that have taken place up to this point, one thing can be agreed upon. All parties thoroughly believe that the healthcare system needs some serious reforming.
*Conservatives believe, unlike their Liberal counterparts, that the American government is unequipped to take on the project of changing our healthcare system to one similar to the UK and Canada. They argue that even if the United States were able to do so the bureaucracy resulting from the change would be inefficient. When discussing the now infamous Obamacare this is what Former New York gubernatorial candidate Carl Paladino (a notorious Conservative) had to say; “Obamacare will be so horrific that it will kill more Americans through deteriorating health care than were lost on 9/11.” Ouch. However harsh that may be, Conservatives do actually tend to be more optimistic and state that the United States can indeed fix themselves without transforming the entire system. They say that we promote competition between health insurance and pharmaceutical companies, reform the Medicare payment system, and establish clear standards of care. They do not believe that healthcare should be a "right for every American" as US President Barack Obama, then a presidential candidate, stated in one of his speeches.
*Liberals thoroughly support free or low-cost government controlled health care and view it as a basic right. To Liberals, the government hold much of the responsibility regarding our health as citizens and should provide equal health care benefits for all, regardless of their ability to pay. They also believe that the cost of our healthcare today is a large threat to our economy, in his June 15, 2009 speech delivered to the American Medical Association (AMA), President Obama stated, "Make no mistake: The cost of our health care is a threat to our economy. It is an escalating burden on our families and businesses. It is a ticking time-bomb for the federal budget. And it is unsustainable for the United States of America."
*When it comes to Moderates, well... they are pretty much in the middle. Moderates believe that any reform should take place gradually as opposed to as sudden as signing a bill. They think that we should give the states more latitude to address their own health care issues and allow insurance to rate those they cover, much like with car insurance.
So, "are you in good hands?", what is the correct opinion? That my friend, is still up to debate.
*Conservatives believe, unlike their Liberal counterparts, that the American government is unequipped to take on the project of changing our healthcare system to one similar to the UK and Canada. They argue that even if the United States were able to do so the bureaucracy resulting from the change would be inefficient. When discussing the now infamous Obamacare this is what Former New York gubernatorial candidate Carl Paladino (a notorious Conservative) had to say; “Obamacare will be so horrific that it will kill more Americans through deteriorating health care than were lost on 9/11.” Ouch. However harsh that may be, Conservatives do actually tend to be more optimistic and state that the United States can indeed fix themselves without transforming the entire system. They say that we promote competition between health insurance and pharmaceutical companies, reform the Medicare payment system, and establish clear standards of care. They do not believe that healthcare should be a "right for every American" as US President Barack Obama, then a presidential candidate, stated in one of his speeches.
*Liberals thoroughly support free or low-cost government controlled health care and view it as a basic right. To Liberals, the government hold much of the responsibility regarding our health as citizens and should provide equal health care benefits for all, regardless of their ability to pay. They also believe that the cost of our healthcare today is a large threat to our economy, in his June 15, 2009 speech delivered to the American Medical Association (AMA), President Obama stated, "Make no mistake: The cost of our health care is a threat to our economy. It is an escalating burden on our families and businesses. It is a ticking time-bomb for the federal budget. And it is unsustainable for the United States of America."
*When it comes to Moderates, well... they are pretty much in the middle. Moderates believe that any reform should take place gradually as opposed to as sudden as signing a bill. They think that we should give the states more latitude to address their own health care issues and allow insurance to rate those they cover, much like with car insurance.
So, "are you in good hands?", what is the correct opinion? That my friend, is still up to debate.