People complain about tax increases for social service. As an aside, this says something about the degree to which Americans are willing to spend on other Americans to help everyone out. We can raise millions for tsunami relief but screw the guy who has no health insurance.
Back to the point. I don't think people realize something: If they pay it in taxes, they don't have to pay it out-of-pocket in the form of premiums and co-pays. If health insurance were (well-run) by government--socialized--we'd all pay higher taxes but we'd have no more health insurance premiums or co-pays and no risk of going bankrupt when medical emergencies arise. Chances are we'd pay less in tax increases than we currently do on insurance premiums.
For myself, I would gladly pay higher taxes if it meant health coverage wasn't so frightening, if I knew children were getting solid educations for a more competitive future, if I knew I and everyone in this country was being better taken care of.
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