HEALTHCARE REFORM...IS TODAY THE DAY?

Presidents Truman, Eisenhower, GW and GH Bush, Ford ,Kennedy, T Roosevelt, Clinton and even Nixon were among the former presidents calling for healthcare reforms in this country.

Universal comprehensive national healthcare plan are words that have been used in numerous combinations by those brave enough to bring it up. For decades, former presidents knew healthcare reforms were necessary fair and just, but were stopped by those that would see profits decrease if it passed. All failed to get it through but only one president is not giving up and President Obama has put healthcare above his chances for reelection.

The best part about the bill, the Public Option, that would make it the most affordable for most Americans was beaten down but maybe that will come later. For those public option opponents, I ask why? Anyone who has tried to purchase health insurance on their own is aware of the cost. Working for an employer that provides part of the cost is where most of us hope to be. Public option was explained to me as nothing more than affordable 'Group Insurance'. 'Group'...that's what makes it cheaper, sort of like buying in bulk.

Today is the day that the decision will be made to level out the playing field for those of us who are uninsured. It's time that the we had a say in our best interests and today could be the day that history is made in our favor. It's about time.