Just finished catching up on the NYT and was really sad to read about the flood of people in my home region (Southern Calif) trying to get free health care. I know that the health care in my new home (Canada) isn't perfect, but here health care seems like something that almost everyone has access to. I realize some folks won't get all they need. And, I waited more than 9 months for surgery...

Health care is controversial in the US due to the various polarizing ideals about it. Is h/c a right or privilege that you must pay for? Should a democracy ensure that people have access to h/c? If you have a moment, look at the major American political parties and their views about h/c.

Cheers-