I don't usually use this blog as a political forum. We all have our own opinions and views, and I respect that. But from time to time, I do believe it is important to raise awareness, and I believe we should all be educated on the matters that can and do directly impact us.
I will be the first to admit that I do not always take the time to learn both sides of a matter, nor learn enough to form my own opinion on various topics. In fact, on one issue in particular I've taken a fairly blase stance: Public Health Care. I *do* think our country is severely lacking in an effective and efficient national plan. I *do* think we are in desperate need for health care reform. Is Obama's plan the right way to go? I don't know. This is where I've become lazy in learning and understanding the pertinent details of the proposed plan.
But I did just finish watching a very enlightening 30 minute interview from the Bill Moyer show. His guest was former Cigna VP Wendell Potter. Mr. Potter shared what was to me, a startling look into the world of health insurance companies. I think it would be very worth your time to set aside 30 minutes and watch this too.
Before you watch, I want you to think about where you stand on the issue of public (ie: government run/assisted health care). Then after you watch it, tell me if your thoughts have changed. I am very interested in hearing your opinion on the matter both before and after watching the interview.
Interview with Wendell Potter, former Cigna VP.
1 comment:
I watched your presentation, thanks for posting it.
Seems sad that the Cigna alumnus didn't have his epiphany until _after_ he retired.
The way people are going crazy in town meetings around the country over this topic is somewhat surprising, however. I went looking for more information today and found this: http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/Reality-Check/
People yelling in front of their neighbors about Hitler and euthanasia _really_ need a reality check IMO.
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