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wolfie001

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13. The stupid voters that allowed the orange fat felon back in the WH

Mon Dec 9, 2024, 01:21 PM

Dec 9

These are the people responsible for the state of things today. Obsession/hatred with Trans Rights, racism, neglect of the environment. That's why we're here. Ignorant assholes every one.

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What Doctors Like Me Know About Americans' Health Care Anger [View all] Coventina Dec 9 OP

This country makes me fucking sick XanaDUer2 Dec 9 #1

Wonder if it is on purpose. Next stop long-term-care, and then end-of-life. erronis Dec 9 #3

There is no long term care unless you get long term care insurance- probably in kerry-is-my-prez Dec 10 #60

In one of the large Fla. cities near me, there is one of those nice facilities. I toured its website. allegorical oracle Dec 10 #61

Whoa! My bf and I are just praying we can keep safely living in his condo. kerry-is-my-prez Dec 10 #72

Of by and for the white man. onecaliberal Dec 9 #9

The stupid voters that allowed the orange fat felon back in the WH wolfie001 Dec 9 #13

For many, getting healthcare is a big gamble. Irish_Dem Dec 9 #2

When I first went on Medicare, I chose an advantage plan. Mid-way through the year, it allegorical oracle Dec 10 #62

I am on regular medicare. Irish_Dem Dec 10 #66

They play whack-a-mole on the drug plans as well. travelingthrulife Dec 10 #71

Sicko Johnny2X2X Dec 9 #4

SOP for insurers The Wizard Dec 9 #5

Deny, Deny, Deny... GB_RN Dec 9 #50

For profit health care is both immoral and obscene. The Wizard Dec 10 #70

The USA is a very backward country for getting health care. For-profit Corporations controlling it. IrishBubbaLiberal Dec 9 #6

This is wealth care,NOT health care. BattleRow Dec 9 #20

GOOD one. calimary Dec 10 #57

You forgot to add DENVERPOPS Dec 9 #23

And almost got Senate Majority Leader.. Evolve Dammit Dec 9 #29

All of his CABAL DENVERPOPS Dec 9 #36

I think you are right. Evolve Dammit Dec 9 #44

Medical care in the U.S.A. isn't all that great for people who have lots of money either. hunter Dec 9 #41

My mother-in-law died from leukemia that went untreated until it was too late Aristus Dec 9 #42

What amazes me is how all the wealthy people choose to have so much allegorical oracle Dec 10 #69

A duel-citizen British friend of mine needed surgery. Went to U.S. doctors and was told allegorical oracle Dec 10 #68

I had abdominal pains Old Crank Dec 9 #7

wow -- lucky you (regarding the bill, not having gall stones) nt orleans Dec 9 #10

I was about to say "impossible!" but then I saw the word "Euro" and thought "well, of course". nt eppur_se_muova Dec 9 #11

In Hungary Doodles Dec 9 #32

Whoops! Not in Hungary. Doodles Dec 9 #37

We had a friend who broke (cracked) her hip on Crete. Old Crank Dec 9 #40

My son was born in Prague. bamagal62 Dec 9 #53

Place your wagers ... healthy, wealthy, wise ... you could emerge with or without any or all three. bucolic_frolic Dec 9 #8

A lot of people say we can't afford Universal Health Care. patphil Dec 9 #12

"But, I want to be able to choose my own doctor." ECL213 Dec 9 #22

Yup. My doctor isn't taking my health insurance next year. Mariana Dec 9 #39

It down to whether health care is seen as a human right. ShazzieB Dec 9 #25

Not only that, I see it as an investment in the future of the country. patphil Dec 9 #43

Your point is well taken, and the money Mr. Mustard 2023 Dec 10 #63

Four guys worth a trillion dollars Aviation Pro Dec 9 #14

When it comes to healthcare in the US of A... 2naSalit Dec 9 #15

Not even. Tried to save the "baby" that was a nonviable fetus, and let the woman die... Hekate Dec 9 #16

The words that immediately jumped out at me: "In the United States health insurance is so extraordinarily complicated". bluesbassman Dec 9 #17

Like I've said: healthcare and capitalism don't mix DinahMoeHum Dec 9 #18

Thay are lying about healthcare companies Beck23 Dec 9 #19

Parts A and B are "original Medicare." You are talking about Medicare Supp, which costs an arm and a leg. valleyrogue Dec 10 #55

I have supplemental for $222/mth. It's not THAT expensive. kerry-is-my-prez Dec 10 #59

America's soul has long been corroded misanthrope Dec 9 #21

The trick is not to get sick...However you can do it...don't get sick..nt mitch96 Dec 9 #24

Insurance companies profit more when patients die faster IronLionZion Dec 9 #26

Unfortunately old people seem to be a profit center Beck23 Dec 9 #30

Long Term Care Insurance is a scam HappyLarge Dec 9 #54

Yes. evolves Dec 9 #34

If folks here knew how often this question is asked, they would be appallled Docreed2003 Dec 9 #27

We're all fucking scared of being denied coverage. It's the #1 cause of bankruptcy and anxiety for millions. Needs to Evolve Dammit Dec 9 #28

Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have some proposals Beck23 Dec 9 #31

They have been the leading voices of rationality IMHO. We needed it 30 years ago. It just gets worse every year. Evolve Dammit Dec 9 #45

I'm also a physician, evolves Dec 9 #33

I have heard similarly from Docs and NP's in my med orbit. It's very disheartening. Congress is owned. Thanks Evolve Dammit Dec 9 #46

The CONservatives claim Medicare for All is Socialism LogDog75 Dec 9 #35

Any system wrhere most people havevto depend on their employer for their health care coverage is messed up. ShazzieB Dec 9 #38

I stopped going gypsy11 Dec 9 #47

You will never get Medicare for all or oldmanlynn Dec 9 #48

Funny that he thinks only he Meowmee Dec 9 #49

Medicare for all now. Clouds Passing Dec 9 #51

"Am I covered?" is not a question a sick person should ask. Aussie105 Dec 9 #52

My rheumatologist and my dad's former cardiologist are against anything that helps lower healthcare prices LeftInTX Dec 10 #56

Which is another reason why money in politics will end us. Passages Dec 10 #67

My husband's niece is an MD. She's GOP. LeftInTX Dec 10 #58

bean counters poozwah Dec 10 #64

The reasons we do not have universal healthcare is due to the lack of Passages Dec 10 #65