Originally Posted by BBQMan

No-one is proposing to do away with Medicare, and yes, I need it since no other medical insurance is available to me. What must be realized is that Medicare is rapidly going broke and will be out of money in a few short years. This is happening whether or not taxes are raised. The discussion of taxes on the ridge is simply a way for those who face the situation and choose to act irresponsibly in hope of one more term.

We have the choice of doing something now or having nothing later. I prefer to take action now rather than having nothing later. The Ryan plan is the first to face this situation in a realistic way. It may not be perfect, but it is the only plan on the table at this time.