Many of my friends who aren't public health gurus also seem to think that now that Obama signed the bill into law, we're all smooth sailing. But just two days after health reform passed, attorney generals from 13 states sued the federal government claiming that the bill is unconstitutional. Some states appear to be teaming up with each other, while others are filing their own lawsuits. But...legal professionals say that there's a greater chance of seeing pigs fly than having these states win their lawsuits because federal law is above state law, according to the constitution. I'd just like to see how all of this plays out in the coming months...
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
yea...what they said...
I'm with most of my classmates on this one - I feel that healthcare in America really deserved the attention that it finally got on Sunday night. I also feel that a lot of laypeople just assume that the reform will indeed "reform" overnight, but precedent shows that this is not the case. This bill was the most revolutionary improvement to healthcare since Medicare, and that was nearly 40 years ago. But it will probably take quite a bit of time for individuals to actually realize the fruits of this reform.
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I agree that this is a monumental moment for healthcare but its not going to be clear sailing. Like it has been mentioned, Republicans are unhappy. They feel the bill gives too much added control to the central government. Many states are organizing lawsuits in opposition to the bill and I am unsure what will happen next. It seems like the issue is not even close to being put to rest.
ReplyDeleteI believe that many Americans do not understand what the bill actually means and could be swayed by fear. Since the whole issue is so wrapped up in politics it is hard to get a clear message out to the public. A friend had actually asked me what the bill meant but then took back the question and said she was sick of hearing about the whole debate and would rather not talk about it. I feel like many Americans unfortunately have this same attitude. However, now that the bill has passed perhaps implementing it will make it easier for the public to understand what it means. And while, I believe the bill could greatly benefit our country, it may take a long time for others to realize the advantages of the bill.
I'm in the same boat. I'm ecstatic that the bill passed, but politics are making everything much more complicated. The general consensus seems to be that everyone is very confused and even leery of government involvement and what that means. Even those who understand the larger components of the bill feel that there could b multiple hidden agendas involved.
ReplyDeleteThough many Republicans are opposed, the overall fact that the bill passed says something. Healthcare needs to be addressed, everyone recognizes that it is and has been a problem for a long time, and NOW through this heated debate is the perfect platform to get a dialogue rolling throughout America.
I am excited and surprised to hear that health care reform has (finally!) passed. Surprised because after so much debate and what seems like a lack of support and understanding among Americans--the bill was still passed. This is definitely a huge point in the timeline of the U.S. health care system and history in general. I have a strong feeling that once the doubts, disagreement, and full implementation of the reform have passed that most all Americans will look back at this point in time and wonder how so much time passed before a universal coverage system was put into place.
ReplyDeleteI also think the debates showed the ugly form that politics can often take. I was a bit shocked by the level of disorganization, unprofessionalism, and blatant displays of anger that were showcased throughout the debate. Unfortunately, I also know of more people than not who have no degree of understanding of what this bill truly means nor its paramount importance to the future of U.S. health and the U.S. economy.
My remaining questions, which may not be answerable for some time to come, are how this reform will really end up impacting the middle class, doctors, nurses, public health professionals, and the system of Medicaid and Medicare. Also, how will the lack of primary care physicians be remedied to allow for all the new enrollees and for people living in medically underserved areas.