Reply #8: Most Americans hear the word "tax" and immediately think "they're taking my money"

[BattyDem]

We accept words like "deductible" and "co-pay" even if it means we're spending thousands of dollars every year without getting full coverage. But ... replace the word "deductible" with "tax" and most Americans don't want to hear it, even if it means taking far less money out of their own pockets. It's so silly.

Note to the Dems...
Anyone who wants to create Universal Health Coverage in the US needs to change their terminology. Don't talk about "garnishing wages" or "taxing individuals" - talk about "yearly deductibles based on income" and "minimal prescription copays." How can anyone argue against that?


On edit:
For most people, the income percentage would end up being far less money than what they're actually paying now. Even if your employer provides insurance, you still pay a portion of the premium, deductibles, copays, and you're forced to pay for all treatment, medicine and tests that the insurance company won't cover because they don't think you need them. :eyes: