There were some lesser known conservative sources (AAPS - American Association of Physicians and Surgeons most likely) that had an inside track on some of the goings on at the Carter WH at the time, and there was serious talk of developing a national health insurance plan.
I was in college at the time and my dad who was then and is now still a physician advised me against considering entering the formal practice of medicine for this reason, although I was well-into my pre-med studies.
It informed me enough back then to cause me to take my career in a different direction as a result. And for that I am thankful to this day.
FReegards!
