Libertarians for Ron Paul

Socialized Medicine: Is the Price Too High?

“Health care is in the spotlight again, with the premiere of Michael Moore’s movie Sicko and the state of Massachusetts switching over to a mandatory universal single-payer program. But also sharing center stage are the same controversies that have bedeviled government’s involvement in anything that demands excellence.”

“The basic question is whether we want a political system to manage doctors, hospitals, and patients. What is the history of government’s accomplishments? Are politicians and bureaucrats known to be pillars of efficiency, impartiality, and competence? Or will government’s escalating foray into medicine turn into a Laurel and Hardy comedy with the catchphrase: “Well, here’s another nice mess you’ve gotten us into.” “

Larry Samuels looks at problems with government-managed medical care http://ca.lp.org/lp20070730.shtml