The Failed Promises of Government Funded Health Care

American Thinker by Frank S. Rosenbloom | Jul. 7, 2009 (Opinion)

President Obama theorizes that a government "option" will increase competition, lower costs, and provide better medical care for larger numbers of people. In any scientific endeavor the veracity of a theory is determined by whether it is supported by empirical evidence and predictive of future outcomes. Therefore, we must examine Obama's assertions in light of the available evidence. Full Story »

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by Naomi Isler - Jul. 7, 2009

A lot of discussion in a semi rational tone, of problems said to be associated with government funding of health care. It draws conclusions that really stretch - e.g., is it really Medicare that prevents seniors from getting private insurance? Is it government price fixing that prevents insurance companies from overcharging for what procedures they deign to pay for? Of course, when they don't pay it isn't rationing, it's business.

This article proves that you can use statistics to prove anything if you choose them carefully enough.