Originally Posted by bkcunningham1

What I don't understand is why we can't have a conversation, a real discussion about the law? It seems like when I ask someone who is jumping up and down, why they are so happy, I get screamed at and called a liar and demands that I take a side.

True story. On a very liberal/much younger (no offense guys, you know I'm 50. I'm talking 20 and 30 year olds as a majority, very liberal - with on SSDI, working at a college/university or studying in one type people.) Very intellectual. People with advanced degrees. You have to argue using empirical evidence type discussions.

A fellow who is very well respected on the forum said, "I am very happy for the 30 million Americans.

"I am very happy for the hundreds of thousands of unborn babies of previously uninsured pregnant mothers, who now get the same prenatal care without having to rely on charity. I foresee infant mortality rates in the US catch up with West European standards."

I responded, "...what do you mean? Can you explain that a little more? In the US, we already have programs for women and infants. Pregnant women and children do get medical care on a sliding scale – regardless or income levels. All women, regardless of income, get OB/GYN care on a sliding scale – regardless of income. Most localities provide dental care for children in the same manner through the state health departments."

For two straight days on that forum, no one would answer my question. I was called a liar and belittled in ways that...Let's just say, I'd never talk to another human like that.

I asked about care for some friends of mine who live in Florida and can't afford insurance for their spouses. At this time in their lives, even the $270 monthly payment is more than they want to pay for the care she would receive with the state insurance pool thing. Anyway. I think it is a sad day in America when you are asking questions and trying to understand something and help someone, you are ridiculed.

Responses like Coralway's, "Get over it. Get on with your life," really amaze me. Are you serious talking like that to Bucco. He is a decent person who deserves respect @coralway. Why do you have to post something like that instead of addressing what Bucco posted?