that the first victims when a tyrant comes to power are those who helped him gain power. The "useful idiots" of the left would do well to keep that in mind.

...do I feel that I'm living in 1938?

I know an awful lot of ex-Chicagoans here in Phoenix. Most are glad to be here, not there - though they do miss the eateries.

How about a smart card that stays in the possession of the patient, and which he/she gives to each provider at the time of service. The provider updates the record and gives the card back to the patient. Records are no longer maintained at the doctors office. The data on the card would be encrypted and could be only accessed using a personal ID number. Perhaps with a card reader which could be attached to a PC so the patient can make a backup of his own medical records at home.

Planned Parenthood is an environmental group!

These people should be encouraging mass warfare. That would reduce the carbon footprint.

I wish they would do us a favor an leave the planet permanently. I don't exactly see them volunteering for sterilization.

You wrote:

"The whole notion that providing a government option amounts to a government takeover of the health care industry is a lie."

My employer's share of my medical insurance is 10.5% of my gross pay. According to HR 3200, they can opt out of offering insurance by paying an 8% "fee" (section 313). What do you think my employer will do if this bill passes. They will drop my insurance so fast it will make your head spin.

Duh! Don't tell me this won't destroy private insurance.

Of course they will pass it anyway, why shouldn't they. With their cushy retirement plans and benefits, they are set for life. Why would they care if they retain their offices. I can only hope the next Congress has the cojones to repeal existing laws instead of creating new ones.

Currently, my employers share of my health insurance premium is 10.5% of my salary. Under HR 3200, they can decline to offer insurance by paying an 8% "fee". What do you suppose my employer will do if this bill passes?

Duh!

And if it results in the deaths of Americans, the journalist who spilled the secret should be held legally liable for wrongfull death.

I have often wondered who these "experts" are, and just what qualifies them to tell me how to live my life? Is it because they have a degree? So what! Some of the stupidest people I know have Ph. D.s. I wish these experts would make suggestions and let me make my own choice, rather than giving their "suggestions" the force of law.