The enemy is a for-profit, privatized healthcare system. Few patients can effectively compare medical services Many are ill and in no position to shop around.

The enemy is a for-profit, privatized healthcare system. Few patients can effectively compare medical services Many are ill and in no position to shop around. Look at assisted living facilities: A recent NY Times article talked about how they jack up prices on individual services. How can someone in an assisted living facility shop around and leave unless they have family to help? And even with family help, moving a weakened, ill, elderly relative can be very difficult and stressful for them.