Reply #57: Obama is dealing with a lot of issues and not just this

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Everyone is to be insured under this plan, not just those who can afford it on their own. Your analogy is crazy. Obama did not listen to Republicans or he would be doing nothing and would veto the bill because it interferes with the free market. Sold us out is hyperbole. How could people afford even the public option if they didn't get help? The only issue here is private insurance rather than public insurance. Either way, the person is covered even if they can't afford it on their own. Some Americans distrust the government, other distrust insurance companies. Either way, someone is going to complain.