Comments on: Morning Bell: The Unprincipled Fight for Government-Run Health Care http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:06:14 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: Norris Hall http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-46385 Norris Hall Wed, 05 Aug 2009 03:18:52 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-46385 I agree with Benjamin from Salem. The solution to our health care ills is prayer. If we just pray really hard, doctors will lower their prices, hospitals will decide to charge less, insurance companies will forgo profits. I'm praying that health care doesn't go up another 6% this year...and the year after that...and the year after that. I'm praying we won't be spending 20% of GDP on doctors by 2020. I'm praying really hard that by not doing anything, change will come. The free market will save us...just like it did on wall street. Just like it did for Bernie Matoff's clients. Let's all get on our knees and pray that business will do the right thing for us hard working Americans....just like those fine bankers with the big bonuses Pray folks. Pray. Because in the end...that's all we've got I agree with Benjamin from Salem. The solution to our health care ills is prayer. If we just pray really hard, doctors will lower their prices, hospitals will decide to charge less, insurance companies will forgo profits.

I'm praying that health care doesn't go up another 6% this year…and the year after that…and the year after that.

I'm praying we won't be spending 20% of GDP on doctors by 2020.

I'm praying really hard that by not doing anything, change will come. The free market will save us…just like it did on wall street. Just like it did for Bernie Matoff's clients.

Let's all get on our knees and pray that business will do the right thing for us hard working Americans….just like those fine bankers with the big bonuses

Pray folks. Pray. Because in the end…that's all we've got

]]> By: Obama Not So Smart on Healthcare : Stand Our Ground http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-39165 Obama Not So Smart on Healthcare : Stand Our Ground Sat, 27 Jun 2009 05:04:37 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-39165 [...] Morning Bell: The Unprincipled Fight for Government-Run Health Care Recent SCHIP expansion and additional Medicaid funding in the stimulus package made a substantial down payment on major expansion of government run health programs. Established research shows that a public health plan will ”crowd out” private insurance, forcing millions of Americans off their current plans, and away from their family doctors. A public health plan, coupled with Comparative Effectiveness Research, would engineer artificially lower prices for medical services through the imposition of Medicare-style price controls. Such Medicare-style payment levels would undercut the market share of existing private health plans, and, combined with a mandate on employers, stack the incentives against workers in private employer-based health insurance by encouraging their employers to dump them into a new government-run health plan. Watch the video of Rep. Schakowksy’s statements on The Foundry. She clearly admits that the purpose of the government run option is to kill private insurance so everyone eventually is forced into government-run health care. [...] [...] Morning Bell: The Unprincipled Fight for Government-Run Health Care Recent SCHIP expansion and additional Medicaid funding in the stimulus package made a substantial down payment on major expansion of government run health programs. Established research shows that a public health plan will ”crowd out” private insurance, forcing millions of Americans off their current plans, and away from their family doctors. A public health plan, coupled with Comparative Effectiveness Research, would engineer artificially lower prices for medical services through the imposition of Medicare-style price controls. Such Medicare-style payment levels would undercut the market share of existing private health plans, and, combined with a mandate on employers, stack the incentives against workers in private employer-based health insurance by encouraging their employers to dump them into a new government-run health plan. Watch the video of Rep. Schakowksy’s statements on The Foundry. She clearly admits that the purpose of the government run option is to kill private insurance so everyone eventually is forced into government-run health care. [...]

]]> By: Obama Not So Smart on Healthcare | Best Polls Online http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-38312 Obama Not So Smart on Healthcare | Best Polls Online Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:50:54 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-38312 [...] Morning Bell: The Unprincipled Fight for Government-Run Health Care Recent SCHIP expansion and additional Medicaid funding in the stimulus package made a substantial down payment on major expansion of government run health programs. Established research shows that a public health plan will ”crowd out” private insurance, forcing millions of Americans off their current plans, and away from their family doctors. A public health plan, coupled with Comparative Effectiveness Research, would engineer artificially lower prices for medical services through the imposition of Medicare-style price controls. Such Medicare-style payment levels would undercut the market share of existing private health plans, and, combined with a mandate on employers, stack the incentives against workers in private employer-based health insurance by encouraging their employers to dump them into a new government-run health plan. Watch the video of Rep. Schakowksy’s statements on The Foundry. She clearly admits that the purpose of the government run option is to kill private insurance so everyone eventually is forced into government-run health care. [...] [...] Morning Bell: The Unprincipled Fight for Government-Run Health Care Recent SCHIP expansion and additional Medicaid funding in the stimulus package made a substantial down payment on major expansion of government run health programs. Established research shows that a public health plan will ”crowd out” private insurance, forcing millions of Americans off their current plans, and away from their family doctors. A public health plan, coupled with Comparative Effectiveness Research, would engineer artificially lower prices for medical services through the imposition of Medicare-style price controls. Such Medicare-style payment levels would undercut the market share of existing private health plans, and, combined with a mandate on employers, stack the incentives against workers in private employer-based health insurance by encouraging their employers to dump them into a new government-run health plan. Watch the video of Rep. Schakowksy’s statements on The Foundry. She clearly admits that the purpose of the government run option is to kill private insurance so everyone eventually is forced into government-run health care. [...]

]]> By: AMERICAN CONSERVATISM IN 2008 AND BEYOND - Page 563 http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-37978 AMERICAN CONSERVATISM IN 2008 AND BEYOND - Page 563 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:13:07 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-37978 [...] [...] [...] [...]

]]> By: Norma---Texas http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-31834 Norma---Texas Sun, 10 May 2009 08:27:45 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-31834 Why can Obama systematically ruin our country and no one opposes him? He knows nothing of our country and what we hold dear. Norma Why can Obama systematically ruin our country and no one opposes him? He knows nothing of our country and what we hold dear. Norma

]]> By: Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Feature Highlights Recent Blog Entries « Eclectic Buzz Blog http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-30999 Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Feature Highlights Recent Blog Entries « Eclectic Buzz Blog Tue, 05 May 2009 23:04:01 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-30999 [...] Uwe Reinhardt’s response didn’t bring me any closer to it.” In a related post, Heritage Foundation blogger Conn Carroll details what he says is the left’s strategy to turn a public plan option [...] [...] Uwe Reinhardt’s response didn’t bring me any closer to it.” In a related post, Heritage Foundation blogger Conn Carroll details what he says is the left’s strategy to turn a public plan option [...]

]]> By: frankz, brewster, ny http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-30835 frankz, brewster, ny Tue, 05 May 2009 08:38:38 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-30835 Let's return to if it's not broke, don't fix it. Medicare(medicaid) is taking care of the uninsured, just go to a local hospital & witness it. Let's clean up the system, review why health costs are going up 15% plus per yr for the past 5 yrs and deal with the problems before we re-invent the wheel. We need private health care, not govt run tooth fairy fixes. Let's return to if it's not broke, don't fix it. Medicare(medicaid) is taking care of the uninsured, just go to a local hospital & witness it. Let's clean up the system, review why health costs are going up 15% plus per yr for the past 5 yrs and deal with the problems before we re-invent the wheel. We need private health care, not govt run tooth fairy fixes.

]]> By: Benjamin, Salem Va. http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-30789 Benjamin, Salem Va. Mon, 04 May 2009 20:32:16 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-30789 why are there so many sick and unhealthy people in this country? answer: because we have left off from seeking true wisdom, and we also keep our children from it by not allowing wisdom to be taught in public schools. Proverbs 3:1-26 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction: For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her. Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her. The LORD by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens. By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew. My son, let not them depart from thine eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion: So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck. Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble. When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken. why are there so many sick and unhealthy people in this country? answer: because we have left off from seeking true wisdom, and we also keep our children from it by not allowing wisdom to be taught in public schools.

Proverbs 3:1-26 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart: So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction: For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her. Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honour. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her. The LORD by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens. By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew. My son, let not them depart from thine eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion: So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck. Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble. When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.

]]> By: minl http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-30787 minl Mon, 04 May 2009 20:21:02 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-30787 Zack You are exceedingly naive and foolish but we are in your debt for exposing the simple minded thinking of those who think they would like socialized medicine. Zack

You are exceedingly naive and foolish but we are in your debt for exposing the simple minded thinking of those who think they would like socialized medicine.

]]> By: josey Maryland http://blog.heritage.org/2009/05/01/morning-bell-the-unprincipled-fight-for-government-run-health-care/#comment-30757 josey Maryland Mon, 04 May 2009 16:34:20 +0000 http://www.foundry.org/?p=6050#comment-30757 Why should those of us who are retired and have health care which we pay a portion of be subjected to this Far Fetched plan. ..If they don't have health insurance put them on Medicare or Medicade. .This govt. is killing this country and we know it doesn't work in THE UK. .and Canada. . this administration wants to control everything..even when it comes to YOU going to the bathroom. I am afraid most people in the USA will wake up when it is too too late and we will have a influx of sub grade Drs. who just don't give a crap except for the dollar. ..I am sick sick sick of all this . .and sorry that so many can be so blind to what is going on around them. .. Obama wants everyone in this country to be beholding to him. . the annointed one????? well I don't want to be beholding to anyone but God. .I want to pay my taxes . .and just continue on with my life . . .I worked many many years to keep and carry over my great health insurance. . sure I pay a portion. . but I have my own dr. who I've been going to for 25+ years and he is a Charm. . loves his job and cares about his patience. . If you think that is what is going to happen to those in this Govt. Health System think twice. . they can't even balance a budget. . prosecute those that caused this financial downfall. .and even Give the American people a Pat on the Back when he goes overseas. . Look at history and Germany. . it will happen here if someone doesn't stand up in congress for the freedoms we so value . .and why should every person's medical information be computerized for the Govt. . so they can say. .well you are dying. . so we will help you get their sooner. . Or your treatment is so expensive. . forget it charley. . your dead. .A C-Section. to expensive. . who lives. . Mom or Baby. .Mark my words if this so called plan goes through. .it will be worse than the worst for every American . . some of course wnat to be taken care of live off welfare. . food stamps. . have a million illegitimate babies. .just for the welfare. . Well. . that isn't me. .and I pray. . for this country everyday. . What's next. . they will take the word God off our currency. .no more swearing on the Bible . ..and Gosh forbid you say your are a Christian. . AS DAVID WHITE SAID. . IT IS ALL GREED. . FROM THE BANKS TO THE AUTOMAKERS AND NOW THEIR INVOLVEMENT IN THE STOCK MARKET. . AND THEM STANDING BEHIND WARRANTIES. . NOW WHAT A JOKE AND THOSE THAT BELIEVE IT ARE FOOLS. .. IMHO Why should those of us who are retired and have health care which we pay a portion of be subjected to this Far Fetched plan. ..If they don't have health insurance put them on Medicare or Medicade. .This govt. is killing this country and we know it doesn't work in THE UK. .and Canada. . this administration wants to control everything..even when it comes to YOU going to the bathroom.

I am afraid most people in the USA will wake up when it is too too late and we will have a influx of sub grade Drs. who just don't give a crap except for the dollar. ..I am sick sick sick of all this . .and sorry that so many can be so blind to what is going on around them. ..

Obama wants everyone in this country to be beholding to him. . the annointed one????? well I don't want to be beholding to anyone but God. .I want to pay my taxes . .and just continue on with my life . . .I worked many many years to keep and carry over my great health insurance. . sure I pay a portion. . but I have my own dr. who I've been going to for 25+ years and he is a Charm. . loves his job and cares about his patience. . If you think that is what is going to happen to those in this Govt. Health System think twice. . they can't even balance a budget. . prosecute those that caused this financial downfall. .and even Give the American people a Pat on the Back when he goes overseas. . Look at history and Germany. . it will happen here if someone doesn't stand up in congress for the freedoms we so value . .and why should every person's medical information be computerized for the Govt. . so they can say. .well you are dying. . so we will help you get their sooner. . Or your treatment is so expensive. . forget it charley. . your dead. .A C-Section. to expensive. . who lives. . Mom or Baby. .Mark my words if this so called plan goes through. .it will be worse than the worst for every American . . some of course wnat to be taken care of live off welfare. . food stamps. . have a million illegitimate babies. .just for the welfare. . Well. . that isn't me. .and I pray. . for this country everyday. . What's next. . they will take the word God off our currency. .no more swearing on the Bible . ..and Gosh forbid you say your are a Christian. .

AS DAVID WHITE SAID. . IT IS ALL GREED. . FROM THE BANKS TO THE AUTOMAKERS AND NOW THEIR INVOLVEMENT IN THE STOCK MARKET. . AND THEM STANDING BEHIND WARRANTIES. . NOW WHAT A JOKE AND THOSE THAT BELIEVE IT ARE FOOLS. .. IMHO

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