I would be interested in seeing some discussion and a possible compromise between private insurance and the government about healthcare. Something definitely needs to be changed. However, full government control is not the answer. Perhaps the gov controlling insurance like they control utilities?
Social security was mentioned...yeah, and look what a disaster that will become soon!
Look at government controlled healthcare now...the VA system, most medical personel and patients can tell you that its likely the worst care with the longest waits in America. Also, the problems in Europe and Canada would magnify here because we are so much larger. Still, I agree, something must be done to cover more Americans cheaper. One issue is to stop all these lawsuits and enormous rewards that drive up malpractice for docs and hospitals. Next would be to cut spending on end of life extrordinary measures, which makes up a disproportional amount of medical expenses.