McCain criticizes Dems on health care [but says that U.S. is just not "ready" for Obama Care]

KTAR FM 92.3 News Talk Phoenix, Ariz. ^ | 2009-07-02

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PHOENIX - The debate over health care reform promises an interesting five weeks in Congress before the August recess, according to Sen. John McCain.

The Arizona Republican spoke out against Democrats' plans for reform during a speech Wednesday at Phoenix Children's Hospital.

"Look at other countries that have government-run health care systems and there is health rationing," McCain said. "That is just a fact. I don't think the United States of America is ready to go down that slippery slope that will end up in rationing of health care."

McCain said the proposals would be too expensive and would give the government "the big foot" in the market.

The government needs to keep two objectives in mind when considering health care reform, he said.

"One, preserve the quality, and, second, make it affordable and available to all Americans. That's really what this debate and discussion boils down to."

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[rabscuttle385]

So when exactly will the U.S. be "ready," you jackass?!

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[americanophile]

Not ready? Why make it so complicated. We don’t want your sh*tty gubmint health plans!

[rabscuttle385]

"I don't think the United States of America is ready to go down that slippery slope that will end up in rationing of health care."

Juan, it's not just a matter of readiness or cost. Unlike you, I don't think the U.S. should ever go down the path of socialized government-run health care!

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[Zathras]

Sounds like Senator Stupid got the torches and pitchfork treatment when he got back to Arizona.

[Nervous Tick]

[Deb]

Does the ancient crasher of fighter jets have anything to say about the press currently bludgeoning his ex-running mate?

[DaveyB]

Not ready? Why make it so complicated.

Try unconstitutional, against the basic principles of liberty, violation of God ordained jurisdictions, dangerous to life liberty and the pursuit of happiness, abhorrent to free market innovations, evil, destructive, enslaving, Marxist, futile ...

[cbkaty]

Did he get clearance from his daughter prior to this announcement?

No statements w/o my apprival....time for another spanking.....?

[pepsionice]

Given a choice of Obama or McCain as president...it’s hard for me to imagine either in the position.

[americanophile]

Not now, not ever.

[stephenjohnbanker]

Thank you for your time John, now go home.

[Selmore]

Who?

[cajungirl]

I don’t see what you are het up about.

[MaggieCarta]

I think perhaps that McQueeg could be a little worried about the 2010 election. He almost sounds like a Republican.

[Arizona Carolyn]

I hope never!