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Posted by Samuel W. Velsor IV - via New York Times (Editorials), New York Times (Most Emailed)
The bill makes a mockery of Republican claims that the Democrats are pushing a hugely costly government takeover of medicine.
The wealthy have benefited greatly from Bush-era tax cuts, and their incomes have risen disproportionately in recent years. It seems proper that they should contribute heavily to an effort that is vital to hard-pressed Americans and to the long-term health of the economy.
Well thought out, an opinion that I am totally in agreement with, on all counts. We need to get this enacted and in force sooner then later- later as the President said is very bad news.