macspectrum (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

the rationing is created by the notion of "free healthcare" system and the abuse of said system along with the malevolent forces in "for profit" medicine that can't wait for the demise of the national system so they can say; "we told you so" and revert back to a private system - the biggest problem is that healthcare isn't preventative in nature, instead being reactive which is far more profitable - people leading an unhealthy lifestyle are good for business - Madison Ave. must take some blame

jimmyrocks1122b (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

at the same time, fully socialized medicine often leads to shortages and the "rationing" of health benefits, where only a certain set quota of treatment is available to the public after a long waiting list. I think the real answer to health care lies somewhere between private and public.

ftftttffttffttf (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Israel has a track record of acts of terrorism & was founded by members of terror groups. Yesterday's terrorist is today's "important political leader". Nelson Mandela was considered a terrorist. Menachem Begin was a terrorist.It matters not whether a legitimate country attacks or a terrorist group. The end result is always the same. All terrorists are politicians & vice versa. Their means may differ, but their ends are identical.

MIT2IBMO420 (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

and Bill Maher is my new hero ! ron is hip too.

VenamFongX (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

you are a dumb ass sir.

ryolight (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

by whom US forgin policies is decided, see this:- Israel Lobby- Occupation 101- Aipachelp spread these videos,Best regards

Ishkielov (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

Ron Paul = George Washington reincarnate

JamesSurvivalGuide (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

If you're implying that a faction or regime who has a track record of blowing up train stations and bombing embassies is entitled to civil discourse with important international political leaders, then you are not only naive, but possibly dangerous to both your family and your country. We need debate in this age, rational discourse is essential if we are to resolve the economical and political crisis we face, but we also need accountability. And we should never negotiate with terrorists.

bgussey (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

I don't know why people bother giving some people on here basic logic lessons. If Americans want to vote against public health care because it represents "socialism" (a buzzword that most Americans would not be able to begin to deconstruct), then let them. Meanwhile, we'll laugh when we hear American's tell us about their great way of life whilst they continue 3rd world policy.

macspectrum (December 31, 1969 at 3:59 pm)

glad to hear you admit it - 2 wars, economy in the dumper and 50 million without adequate healthcare - you call that a success story? so you believe only the rich should have health care? you sure are drinking the kool-aid - I have had more than adequate health care and have never paid out of pocket except for; crutches, a 24 hour heart monitor which totaled about $100. I have been in hospital 4 times with serious injury with ZERO bill to pay. How do you like them apples?