> A different solution is needed. One that we could come up with if we had some freedom to experiment with. I believe if you propose such a practical experimen

> A different solution is needed. One that we could come up with if we had some freedom to experiment with. I believe if you propose such a practical experiment HN would be happy to discuss, poke holes, etc. However, most people are fine to look at other countries that have already implemented universal health care well, at a fraction of US prices and say, lets do that. The average American on private insurance already pays more than what such a system would cost. Allowing a private option on top would resolve issues with anyone worried about reduced quality / lack of choice.