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Lessons From Letterman in Health Reform
Commented Oct 20, 2009 at 00:34:58 in Politics
“If we don't get a healthcare public option, you can kiss the democrats good by for another 8 years. We are absolutely depending on the democrats to give us a public option . We hold all 3 branchs of government . If we can't do this now, then we will believe the old saw that " there's not a dimes worth of difference in the 2 major parties."”
billw8017 replied on Oct 20, 2009 at 11:00:37
“The Supreme Court is securely in conservative hands. Ours may be the most conservative Supreme Court since FDR tried to stuff them in 1937. Oddly enough because it's just what you might expect, this makes a difference. The contrast between eight years of Democratic rule in 2000 and eight years of Republican rule in 2008 could not be more vivid.
As one of his last official acts, the former President vetoed the children's health initiative. Today, we are speculating that a public option MIGHT NOT pass this year. After our hopes were raised so high, this would be a serious disappointment, but going back to what we had ... ?
Certainly, we should pursue our best interests since we are due a share in what is our country. This is not totally from greed or even ambition, but because our hungry and unemployed citizens wish most of all for the opportunities and strength to serve our country. Given there is a conflict of interests between the most of us and each fraction, some hyperbole is a natural and gratifying response. There is real desperation out there.
I think of a definition of "adventure:" Somebody else having a hard time. Poverty is certainly an adventure and something of a soap. It has to be a hollow comfort, but in these hard times, the stricken are all heroes, both the problem and, as they come through, the solution, the real hope of America as a nation and a people.”
As one of his last official acts, the former President vetoed the children's health initiative. Today, we are speculating that a public option MIGHT NOT pass this year. After our hopes were raised so high, this would be a serious disappointment, but going back to what we had ... ?
Certainly, we should pursue our best interests since we are due a share in what is our country. This is not totally from greed or even ambition, but because our hungry and unemployed citizens wish most of all for the opportunities and strength to serve our country. Given there is a conflict of interests between the most of us and each fraction, some hyperbole is a natural and gratifying response. There is real desperation out there.
I think of a definition of "adventure:" Somebody else having a hard time. Poverty is certainly an adventure and something of a soap. It has to be a hollow comfort, but in these hard times, the stricken are all heroes, both the problem and, as they come through, the solution, the real hope of America as a nation and a people.”
What Do Muslim Women Want?
Commented Oct 05, 2009 at 22:58:41 in World
“I agree that muslim women should be the ones to choose which rights are most important to them., and then we should support them in their choice.
Although I detest the custom of making women invisible by the burka, still they have gained some rights., from burkas to scarves, and the ability to push back the scarf a bit.. We should remember how long it took us to evolve for women's rights. Behind the burka are some beautiful, intelligent women who are working for women's issues, so the burka may hide their face and body, it does not hinder their brain power and courage. I support Muslim women in their struggle for basic human rights, and I applaud their bravery..”
Although I detest the custom of making women invisible by the burka, still they have gained some rights., from burkas to scarves, and the ability to push back the scarf a bit.. We should remember how long it took us to evolve for women's rights. Behind the burka are some beautiful, intelligent women who are working for women's issues, so the burka may hide their face and body, it does not hinder their brain power and courage. I support Muslim women in their struggle for basic human rights, and I applaud their bravery..”
Common Sense 2009
Commented Aug 22, 2009 at 01:57:35 in Politics
“I think we have been sold a bill of goods on capitalism. They say that anyone can rise to the top. Well, not really. They buy congress that give them laws and tax breaks that benefit them. They stole all the money that people had saved, from savings and loans. They set up a ponzi scheme called the stock market, and guess who made all the illegal profits and left you holding the bag. Capitalism ,in its present form has destroyed our country. They shipped jobs overseas, open off-shore shell corporations to avoid taxes.. They have hundreds of lawyers who find ways to avoid taxes, or ignore pollution controls, and then find ways to game the system.. They buy their power, we have no money to buy power. They call it socialism, when the government wants to do something to benefit the people, but their bailouts are called "saving the economy" and" too big to fail" IWe can't stop them from lying and stealing, but we can refuse to accept that its all for the common good. No, it's for the Enrons, the AIGS, the Bank of America, the Maloffs, and those who have no decency.. Maybe they will experience Karma.”
Common Sense 2009
Commented Aug 22, 2009 at 01:36:36 in Politics
“I'm with Larry Flynt. I have long suggested strikes, beginning with the service sector, the people who clean the ooficesof congress, the people who cook the food, park the cars, aand whatever else congress is accustomed to. I would be willing to contribute to a fund for strikers,if needed. I would suggest a sick day first.”
Catfish1968 replied on Aug 22, 2009 at 06:38:11
“I think that you have a great idea, I'd like to see something like this.”
Three Reasons Why a Strong Public Option is Likely to be Part of Health Insurance Reform
Commented Aug 19, 2009 at 02:57:32 in Politics
“The subsidies that are given to private companies to pay for" medicare advantage" plans should be put back into medicare system, and open medicare for all. Medicare Advantage(an oxymoron) does not allow you to pick your doctor or hospital, must select from their approved list, while the real medicare lets you select your own caregivers and hospitals.. My doctors all accept medicare. I have been with them for years. However my supplemental seldom pays. They decline 95 % of my claims. "Medicare for all" would bring millions more paying in, many of whom are young and use less healthcare, and also we would have preventive healthcare, which is badly needed We must have a public option. By the way, I am 85, but not worried about rationed care or death panels or euthaniasa. That is what we get from private companies. If you have no money, you get to die.”
Three Reasons Why a Strong Public Option is Likely to be Part of Health Insurance Reform
Commented Aug 19, 2009 at 02:43:33 in Politics
“I have been on Medicare for 20 years, and it works beautifully,. They don't try to fight or delay legitimate claims, and they pay promptly. I would like to see "Medicare for all" The private insurance companies could compete for the supplemental plans. The best answer to our problems is to eliminate lobbyists, by passing public financing for elections, and that should be our next goal. Our representatives should be taking care of the peoples business, instead of out raising money for the next election. Not much will change until we get public financing for elections.”
Alabama John replied on Aug 19, 2009 at 14:50:47
“Wonder how many of the 50 million uninsured are like me? Eat no processed food and spent not one penny on doctors in over 40 years like me.”
Klein Puts CNN's "Most Trusted" Brand at Risk
Commented Jul 28, 2009 at 22:01:09 in Media
“A few years ago I recommended Lou Dobbs to my sister, I told her that Lou tells it is. That was before Lou became an immigrant-basher, and generally just a bitter old man. I watch MSNBC all the time now. Sometimes I click to CNN if a commercial comes on, but have found it too right wing for my taste, so i switch back to MSNBC to Keith, Rachel, Ed, Contessa, Andrea, and Dr. Nancy. Sorry, I kost my letter and then found it again”
skrapmap replied on Jul 29, 2009 at 13:44:13
“ITA with you. Lou Dobbs thinks way too highly of his opinions and has a huge ego. I too have switched to MSNBC. CNN is stale and is NOT keeping them honest. Rachel is a breath of fresh air.”
Klein Puts CNN's "Most Trusted" Brand at Risk
Commented Jul 28, 2009 at 21:52:18 in Media
“Lou is so last year, or maybe 5 years ago. I have long ago moved to MSNBC, where I can enjoy Rachel , Keith, Ed, Andrea, Contessa, and Dr. Nancy. and Nora. CNN does not fit me anymore.”
If Congress Fails to Pass the Obama Health Care Plan
Commented Jul 16, 2009 at 03:16:21 in Politics
“Enough of the BS . We are out of patience and sick of the insurance companies controlling our lives. If we do not get a public option, you will see civil unrest, strikes and demonstrations. I don't think these legislators realize how angry and fed up that we are, and they will only know,after we have given them early retirement.”
Chromehawk replied on Jul 16, 2009 at 16:25:06
“Wow, violence now?
That would be good. Guaranteed to have president Obama either have his base arrested or be impeached.”
That would be good. Guaranteed to have president Obama either have his base arrested or be impeached.”
ultima replied on Jul 16, 2009 at 10:15:05
“Wait until the government criteria like how critical your condition is and how old you are to determine when and if you are going to get health care! Then it will be the government controlling your lives, your eligibility for health care, and your suffering and death. No thanks!”
DuncanONeil replied on Jul 16, 2009 at 09:23:17
“You prefer that the Government control your lives? Remember you can not sue the Government!”
Chaimirija replied on Jul 16, 2009 at 08:53:14
“I have read the bill...there is no choice for the public option...it is available to those who happen not to have insurance...”
RepugsOut08 replied on Jul 16, 2009 at 03:52:33
“Thank you! Well said!”
Death by Bipartisanship
Commented Jun 24, 2009 at 03:38:42 in Politics
“If we cut the defense budget, got rid of things we don't need, like obselete airplanes, and stop sending billions to Israel, we could take care of our own country.”
gabemill replied on Jun 24, 2009 at 11:38:36
“Returning the bush tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans to prior levels will completely pay for the entire health care program. Your suggestions could be used in reducing our debt.”
Death by Bipartisanship
Commented Jun 24, 2009 at 03:28:02 in Politics
“Absolutely true. We must get rid of lobbyists, and have public financing for elections. Until we get that done, nothing will change.”
neckozihp replied on Jun 24, 2009 at 14:49:48
“Yes, I agree. Get rid of the lobbyists. Same amount of public financing for each candidate and let them use it as they see fit, no more, no less. Plus, EVERY candidate must be screened for eligibility, all public records made available ie. birth certificate, passports, educational records, medical records, etc., pass a polygraph test, undergo medical and psychological testing to determine fitness for the job. Have open debates for all eligible candidates with questions from the American people, not preselected by the media or political parties. Have a list of questions regarding national concerns and topics in which each candidate will be required to have a written statement of their position. This would be a good start.”
A System from Hell: How Medical Crises Have Taken My Family to Financial Ruin
Commented Apr 14, 2009 at 03:23:48 in Politics
“You canadians are very fortunate and very wise. I too believe that if we don't have health care soon, that our country will riot. Fair warning to those who want to include the private insurance thieves in our new plan, Let them compete, and stop paying millions to their CEO's. Do not include them in our single payer plan . We have had our fill of seeing our loved ones die, while fighting insurance companies for our benefits that we have paid for. This time we will not be patient. ATTENTION ALL ELECTED OFFICIALS WHO OPPOSE SINGLE PAYER HEALTH CARE FOR ALL, YOUR TIME IS LIMITED. wE WILL WATCH YOUR VOTES AND WE WILL DEFEAT YOU. BE FOREWARNED.”
Why the Democrats Are Losing Ground As Obama Is Gaining It
Commented Apr 14, 2009 at 03:09:48 in Politics
“The Democratic congress has voted with Bush too many times. Now Obama needs their help to make the vital changes, and they 're wavering. Here's a little warning to blue dogs. We voted for change. If you cannot do it because of your corporate contributions, then vote for public financing so you can't be bought. Otherwise we will go into your states and work to defeat you. If you are Democrats, stop acting like Republicans.”
Note to Newt: Back Off Harry Knox!
Commented Apr 10, 2009 at 02:37:07 in Politics
“If Fox is rated tops, then it just shows how far we have to go to educate the illiterate. I watch MSNBC all day and all evening. I like the way they speak truth, no matter whiich party screws up. My thanks especially to Rachel, Keith, Ed, and all the women commentators throughout the day. It's news I trust.”
To the G-20: Do What We Must for Global Growth, But Regulate All Finance
Commented Apr 01, 2009 at 19:28:26 in World
“Who are you people who think we should not regulate banks.? What planet are you from? Besides starting with Reagan and continuine with Bush/ Quale, the deregulation continued. Clinton should have stopped it and didn't. Then Bush Jr. deregulated as fast as he could. Phil Gramm was a big player , as a senator and with his wife in the Security and Exchange Commission, they had a field day, and we got Enron. Still Bush Jr. was in denial or so inept that he didn't notice, and now we have the biggest meltdown since the 30's. I lived through the depression, and I can tell you that FDR is a hero to all working class. He created jobs ,improving roads and parks and bridges, put electric power in remote places and saved our country. Check out who deregulated the banking and insurance systems, and you will find the people who are responsible for this mess. And I have a word for Mr. Cheney. Sir, the people voted for change, so why don't you go away quietly and let the adults try to straighten out all the damage you have caused.. We don't want to hear anything else from you. You are out of power, Mr.Cheney. Go back to Wyoming or somewhere far away. Media people, if you are going to interview Mr. Cheney, then please stop the softball questions, and confront him with the truth.”
bighat replied on Apr 02, 2009 at 13:49:31
“Yes, lets long for the days of Carter and his 17% interest rates for housing. Or how about LBJ and more police actions around the world. We maybe involved in wars now but nothing like Vietnam where we captured the hill let it go and then spitl more blood taking the same hill again and again”
ozarklady replied on Apr 02, 2009 at 08:00:11
“Your comments remind me of things my Grandfather told me. He worshipped FDR and the unions for helping the working man. He said the company owners could care less if the workers slept in tents while they lived in mansions. This was in the 30s and 40s.. Let's hope that the leaders of the world DO get something accomplished in the way of regulation and accountability. There's plenty of blame to go around and the main thing to blame is outright GREED.. I hope some of those bastards choke on their millions....”
writerroz replied on Apr 02, 2009 at 02:01:43
“I SOOOO agree with you, Koolwoman. Why do we need to continuously tell these knuckleheads the truth about the path of destruction built by altzheimers Reagan and the ditto head Bushes? We lived the history that some are too lazy or naive to learn.”
Tim Geithner, CNBC, and the Second Coming of Known Unknowns
Commented Mar 10, 2009 at 17:21:50 in Business
“I have a question . Why is Bernnanke still there?”
Hug the Monster: 4 Secrets of Surviving the Recession
Commented Mar 05, 2009 at 03:09:22 in Business
“Page 2. . It was a hard life, but everyone else was in the same boat ,except the banker, grocers, owner of telephone system etc . It made us strong and self sufficient. Later in life, when someone tried to intimidate us, we laughed in their face. We had already survived and learned perserverance, and street smarts. Some of us were teachers, banker, business owners. Some of us didn;'t go to college , but our children did.. We remained a close knit family and still are, only 3 of us left, but our family reunion sometimes numbers 100, as we welcomed children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. We survived and grew strong because of these hardships. I would not like to see us grow through that again,, but it sure makes you more grateful, and more compassionate.. FDR saved the country by starting work programs. My dad worked on WPA, on roads, my brother went into CCC, and built and improved parks in Idaho.. I have a lot of good memories, and I am certain that our life experiences were responsible for our survival.”
Hug the Monster: 4 Secrets of Surviving the Recession
Commented Mar 05, 2009 at 02:50:49 in Business
“Hey, Martin. Your childhood sounds like mine. I lived through the last depression, on a farm in Arkansas, one of 13 children. We survived by growing our own food. My mother canned 500 quarts of fruit and vegetables every year.My father butchered a hog each season. I went squirrel hunting with Dad and we had fried squirrel or squirrel stew. We traded dads homemade sorghum molasses for coffee, sugar,flour, , and anything we couldn't grow. We also traded eggs instead of eating them. We went to a one room school house through 8th grade, and carried our lunch. We had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and some of our neighbor kids had white gravy sandwiches. We shared back then with our neighbors.We got one new pair of shoes a year, in thethe fall for school. We had oranges,and apples at Christmas time. We would usually get an orange in our Christmas stockng.”
While the Economy Tanks, the President's Team Dawdles
Commented Mar 03, 2009 at 01:05:05 in Business
“Can anyone explain to me why Bernanke is still there? Don't tell me that President Obama can't replace him.”
billw8017 replied on Mar 03, 2009 at 02:05:32
“President Obama can't replace him until his term ends a couple years hence.”
The Far Right's All Out Offensive Against Medical Research
Commented Feb 19, 2009 at 01:02:04 in Politics
“I am a big believer in Howard Dean. If Howard had not run for president and stirred the pot of complacency and failed policies, we would never have the victories of 2006 and 2008. The usual crowd condemned him for his plan, but he proved to be right on the money. One prominent democrat said that Howard Dean should be fired . Needless to say, that hypocrite gets no more of my money. Howard Dean would be a logical choice for HHR. Now lets see if the presidents advisors are logical.. Has everyone forgotten how Howard inspired the people and got them involved again.? He really changed the system. I am all for Howard Dean.”
Change vs. Bipartisanship: What Happens When You Throw a Bipartisan Party and Half the Guest List Stays Home?
Commented Feb 10, 2009 at 01:11:53 in Politics
“Repubs like tax cuts best, but how does tax cuts help the person who has lost his job. What we need is jobs, so anything that produces jobs is vital.. I lived through the greatest depression (so far the greatest) and I can vouch for FDR's methods which produced jobs. My dad got 2 days a week working on roads, my brother went to CCC(Civilian,Conservation Corps) in Idaho to work on parks. Those jobs and our vegetable garden saved our lives.. I am an eye witness and I have credability, so please don't tell me that FDR was wrong. Our new president has gone above and beyond in reaching out to Repubs. I hope he will now drop that effort and carry on with his plans for saving the economy.. We have no time or patience left to pamper the obstructionists, who pretend to be conservative..”
Stimulus Package: If You Jump Halfway Across a Chasm You Fall Into the Abyss
Commented Feb 04, 2009 at 03:56:13 in Politics
“The Repubs always want tax cuts. How stupid!!!!!!!. Will an exta $10. or $20 in your weekly pay check save your home? And how would that help people who have no job? Don't let the Repubs fool you again, folks. They don't have a clue how to solve this. Imagine the "logic" of cutting taxes while fighting 2 wars and heading into a depression that will be worse than the thirties. People don't live on farms anymore and therefore cannot grow their own food. I lived on a farm during that depression, and that is how we survived.. Use commom sense. The answer is creating jobs as FDR did.”
Davos Notes: Contrite Bankers, Overflow Interest in Philanthropy, Mistrusted Americans
Commented Jan 30, 2009 at 03:35:16 in Business
“Tommytunes, You are so right. They need to walk in the shoes of the poor before they can graduate. Maybe they would be less arrogant and snobbish . I lived through the last depression. I have seen it all., and now I know that I can survive.”
magibrotherhood replied on Jan 31, 2009 at 14:46:18
“the SNOB-BUBBLE allows one to be insulated from reality--------sad really.”
President Obama Meets the Press
Commented Jan 30, 2009 at 03:27:29 in Media
“RonMar, tell us , besides that, what do you really think of President Obama. Some of you folks aren't accustomed to seeing a president who is in charge, knows what he's doing and can complete a sentence, and even pronounce the words correctly.. So just wait and see. The Repubs are so busing complaining and obstructing, that they will wake up later and wonder "What happened?"”
The Loyal Opposition
Commented Jan 22, 2009 at 02:50:03 in Politics
“Great article, Joe. I always knew you were more moderate than most Repubs, but why do you stay with a losing team. It may take a hundred years for anyone to vote for a Republican again, or as long as anyone is alive who lived through the last eight years. I enjoy Morning Joe and think your female partner adds a lot to the show. Thanks for your fairness. . It is refreshing”
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