To those who think it's just about a win for Obama, it's only a win if the PEOPLE win...

[newtothegame]

If I didn't want and couldn't afford a crappy product before, but now I am forced to buy it when I still don't want it and can't afford it, that is NOT a win for the people. If you think this is ok because Obama wins, you are not a bleeding heart advocate for the people, as one well-known "expatriate to Canada" DU'er has recently been claiming to be.

I'll admit it, I've moved past my gushing adoration for President Obama from 2 years ago, and I think it's ok if you do too. I've started thinking about myself, and what I want and need. And I like it.

[sandnsea]

1. I need my insurance subsidy to be permanent

And to stop worrying that funding will be cut and I'll lose my health coverage altogether.

I would think most people would be worrying about that and would be relieved there will always be a reasonable plan, with subsidies, available no matter what happens with their job or health.

[muffin1]

2. K&R

from another former 'gusher'.


:kick:

[frustrated_lefty]

3. No more pretty speeches. Let's see results.

[NYC_SKP]

4. MSM seem to be wanting to spin this again as something integral to Obama's future...

Typical misdirection and distraction.

I don't care about HCR as it relates to Obama's success record, and I don't even think he cares in that way.

Cuz I'm a gusher.

:P

[Skinner]

5. I don't think anyone here on DU is arguing that the only reason to pass HCR is to get the "win".

As far as I am aware, everyone who supports the package does so primarily because, as policy, it is an improvement over the status quo.

Simple fact: For many, many people this bill is an improvement.