Brother Adam Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote]Dear Friend, Anyone that's watched the news in the past few days knows that health insurance reform is a hot topic — and that rumors and scare tactics have only increased as more people engage with the issue. Given a lot of the outrageous claims floating around, it’s time to make sure everyone knows the facts about the security and stability you get with health insurance reform. That’s why we’ve launched a new online resource — WhiteHouse.gov/RealityCheck — to help you separate fact from fiction and share the truth about health insurance reform. Here's a few of the reality check videos you can find on the site: * CEA Chair Christina Romer details how health insurance reform will impact small businesses. * Domestic Policy Council Director Melody Barnes tackles a nasty rumor about euthanasia and clearly describes how reform helps families. * Matt Flavin, the White House's Director of Veterans and Wounded Warrior Policy, clears the air about Veteran's benefits. * Kavita Patel, M.D., a doctor serving in the White House's Office of Public Engagement, explains that health care rationing is happening right now and how reform gives control back to patients and doctors. * Bob Kocher, M.D., a doctor serving on the National Economic Council, debunks the myth that health insurance reform will be financed by cutting Medicare benefits. There's more information and a number of online tools you can use to spread the truth among your family, friends and other social networks. Take a look: Health Insurance Reform Reality Check We knew going into this effort that accomplishing comprehensive health insurance reform wasn't going to be easy. Achieving real change never is. The entrenched interests that benefit from the status quo always use their influence in Washington to try and keep things just as they are. But don't be misled. We know the status quo is unsustainable. If we do nothing, millions more Americans will be denied insurance because of pre-existing conditions, or see their coverage suddenly dropped if they become seriously ill. Out-of-pocket expenses will continue to soar, and more and more families and businesses will be forced to deal with health insurance costs they can’t afford. That's the reality. Americans deserve better. You deserve a health care system that works as well for you as it does for the status quo; one you can depend on — that won't deny you coverage when you need it most or charge you crippling out-of-pocket co-pays. Health insurance reform means guaranteeing the health care security and stability you deserve. President Barack Obama promised he'd bring change to Washington and fix our broken, unsustainable health insurance system. You can help deliver that change. Visit WhiteHouse.gov/RealityCheck, get the facts and spread the truth. The stakes are just too high to do nothing. Thank you, David David Axelrod Senior Advisor to the President[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Adam Posted August 10, 2009 Author Share Posted August 10, 2009 A few things I noticed: - Nothing about abortion - Inflated language unbecoming of the highest office of the greatest country of the world, and playing to the lowest common denominator. It literally feels like the liberal bloggosphere is running the white house. - Nothing explicitly rejecting any life ending procedures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnightofChrist Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Careful your sounding "[url="http://blogs.usatoday.com/oped/2009/08/unamerican-attacks-cant-derail-health-care-debate-.html"]unamerican[/url]." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatherineM Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 My email ends in .ca so I don't get these wonderful things. Got lots of mail for the Mayor's race in St. Pete though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnightofChrist Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='Brother Adam' post='1945323' date='Aug 10 2009, 09:48 AM']A few things I noticed: - Nothing about abortion - Inflated language unbecoming of the highest office of the greatest country of the world, and playing to the lowest common denominator. It literally feels like the liberal bloggosphere is running the white house. - Nothing explicitly rejecting any life ending procedures.[/quote] how did they get your email anyway? Did you sign up to receive their emails? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lounge Daddy Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Did someone report you to @flag.gov? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archaeology cat Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 I just got it. I know how they have my email - I've emailed the White House before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Adam Posted August 10, 2009 Author Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='Lounge Daddy' post='1945362' date='Aug 10 2009, 12:48 PM']Did someone report you to @flag.gov?[/quote] I registered to get email from them. I'm on several liberal political email lists, like "Rock the Vote". You know what they say... "keep your friends close and..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='Brother Adam' post='1945323' date='Aug 10 2009, 08:48 AM']A few things I noticed: - Nothing about abortion - Inflated language unbecoming of the highest office of the greatest country of the world, and playing to the lowest common denominator. It literally feels like the liberal bloggosphere is running the white house. - Nothing explicitly rejecting any life ending procedures.[/quote] They also didn't say they can't make you eat broccoli for the rest of your life. I'd watch out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bone _ Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='fidei defensor' post='1945378' date='Aug 10 2009, 10:03 AM']They also didn't say they can't make you eat broccoli for the rest of your life. I'd watch out.[/quote] If you're worried about that, elect Bush Sr. again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Adam Posted August 10, 2009 Author Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='fidei defensor' post='1945378' date='Aug 10 2009, 01:03 PM']They also didn't say they can't make you eat broccoli for the rest of your life. I'd watch out.[/quote] Exactly my point. If they want to pass the health care bill, and aren't interested in it being a socialist government run health system that pays for abortion and euthenasia, why hide it? Why put in cryptic language about end of life services and counseling and family planning resources. If they would put the specific language in the bill to reassure anyone with a brain in their head, they could pass health care reform tomorrow. I don't know anyone actually opposed to health care reform. So much for transparency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='Brother Adam' post='1945414' date='Aug 10 2009, 10:28 AM']Exactly my point. If they want to pass the health care bill, and aren't interested in it being a socialist government run health system that pays for abortion and euthenasia, why hide it? Why put in cryptic language about end of life services and counseling and family planning resources. If they would put the specific language in the bill to reassure anyone with a brain in their head, they could pass health care reform tomorrow. I don't know anyone actually opposed to health care reform. So much for transparency.[/quote] Welcome to Washington 101. This isn't just an evil liberal plot. This is how our ridiculous congress works. None of the bills are ever clear. I've tried to read through it and I wanted to rip my hair out. Some parts are very clear, some aren't. However, if you take a second to even what the bill is supposed to be doing, they don't need to "clarify" the issues you mentioned. The bill is supposed to reform the rules for how private insurance covers people and the cost. It is also supposed to create a public option for those who can't afford private insurance. It's not supposed to be mixed up in the actual care. The reason why there is no mention is because the bill has nothing to do with the actual medical care, only how it will be paid for, by either private insurance or the potential public option. They don't outline specific measures that would or wouldn't be covered by a public option because it's supposed to only cover essential care like emergency care and chronic conditions. It's not going to make the government the "rich uncle" who will pay for any old thing. The public option is for essential care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archaeology cat Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 [quote name='fidei defensor' post='1945435' date='Aug 10 2009, 05:53 PM']Welcome to Washington 101. This isn't just an evil liberal plot. This is how our ridiculous congress works. None of the bills are ever clear. I've tried to read through it and I wanted to rip my hair out. Some parts are very clear, some aren't.[/quote] Oh good, it's not just me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zunshynn Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 I got it... I've emailed my congressman before... perhaps they got it through that. Or maybe they just get a list from all the major domains... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eagle_eye222001 Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Didn't get it. Apparently don't want to either. ---------------- Now playing: [url="http://www.foxytunes.com/artist/hans+zimmer+%26+james+newton+howard/track/like+a+dog+chasing+cars+(album+version)"]Hans Zimmer & James Newton Howard - Like A Dog Chasing Cars (Album Version)[/url] via [url="http://www.foxytunes.com/signatunes/"]FoxyTunes[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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