Like Car Insurance, Health Coverage May Be Mandated »

Posted By Progressive 4 months, 1 week ago in Health & Fitness

President Obama's dream of dramatically remaking the nation's health-care system is still a long way from reality. But if lawmakers can reach an accord, one thing is virtually certain: For the first time ever, every American would be required to carry health insurance.

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    MereMortal4 months, 1 week ago

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    Not like car insurance. To avoid car insurance I simply opt out of car ownership. It's kinda hard to opt out of life for a while to avoid health insurance.

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    Progressive4 months, 1 week ago

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    Eating up one-sixth of the economy, health care costs the typical household $15,000 a year—some $6,500 more than other countries pay.

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