Comment by ChrisMarshallNY
2 years ago
> NHS is not known for speedy treatment, for instance.
From what I understand (I am not a UK citizen, but me mum's mum spoke Scouse. My mother, on the other hand, spoke The Queen's English), everyone loves to hate on the NHS, but no politician in their right mind will touch it. It's a "third rail."
Well, it’s the same here for the existing healthcare system in the US. Even basic reforms (obamacare) get met with insane opposition.
The difference is who the opposition is from.
In the UK, it's from the voters.
In the US, it's from the Healthcare Industry.
It's not if one remembers the promise of "If you like your doctor you can keep your doctor" with Hilary's healthcare plan in the 90's.
Companies can’t vote.
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