In our society the debate over public health care continues because there are many that do not see the need for such a program and many more that are skeptical about its implementation. What amazes me is that most of the people who oppose the plans being presented not only have no viable alternatives to [...]

“A liberal believed in social justice for the poor, immigrants and other marginalized groups, and believed government had a role in protecting them and ensuring their opportunities. It was an ideology forged in the New Deal and civil rights era, and was exemplified by Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.”

With the healthcare crisis in America raging out of control, it is no longer an option to delay reform due to Republican obstructionism. The Democrats should push forward their agenda, and if the Republicans dare filibuster it, they should go right ahead and see what happens in 2010.

So, as the healthcare reform initiative that is being hammered out in the House continues through committees, a question is:
What is more important?  A Bipartisan initiative? Or a quick step forward in the reform process?
So far the current form of the bill has passed 3 of the 5 House Committees that have been working on [...]