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I would present the point that we have the best health care system in the world and the only reason costs are up is government intervention.

Before 1965 when Medicare was passed most hospitals were non-profits funded and sponsored by the major churches. In my town there was the Baptist Hospital, the Methodist Hospital, The Catholic Hospital (St. something) and a county run charity hospital. Most would do all they could to not go to the charity hospital because of the shame involved.

Insurance was reasonably priced and so were doctors. Worst case a doctors appointment was no more than 2 days away. Suing a doctor or hospital was almost unknown.

Churches were also the main source of neighbor helping neighbor. No one went hungry much less starved. Clothes were provided as well as food for those who were truly unfortunate. No government involved.

For 80 + years the Democrats have been increasing government involvement in all aspects of our lives and the costs have grown accordingly. Health care is just the popular subject now because they are trying to take over the entire industry.

Government intervention in our everyday lives is totally unnecessary. We will not turn on each other in a dog eat dog survival contest. People are generally good!

Back to your question - I would say this country was better without government involvement and would be again today.