I’m a Texan–born & raised–and, though I’ve ventured outside of the great state for a few months, I cannot WAIT for my return. I am definitely guilty of Texas pride. At 22 years old, I have a lot of maturing to do and education to gain from life experiences. Thus, I’m hoping you can help me understand something.

You claim this outrageous figure of 6.1 million uninsured Texans which causes a reaction of hysteria–much like the one President Obama received in claiming there were 46 MILLION uninsured Americans whom, he claimed, lacked access to health insure.

However, upon furthur research, I find 3 very alarming facts. Of the 46 million uninsured:
1. 38% earn MORE than $50,000 per year.
2. 30% are, in fact, eligible for government programs but aren’t registered.
3. 25% ARE NOT EVEN U.S. CITIZENS.

I’m just wondering if the same would ring true for Texans.

The problem with the largest group of uninsured Americans is not a lack of access but a lack of planning and responsibility.

My response to your post is not about downplaying the problems with access to medical care in America but about bringing to light the NECESSARY facts to lead us to a more reasonable conclusion on the proper remedies for expanding access.

We couldn’t even begin to talk about the problems with the proposed legislation. Especially because of the fact that NO ONE truly knows what is in it. Yes, that is a reference to Speaker Pelosi’s comments a few days ago.

Do you have any idea what this will do to our health care system? I assume you will reply, yes…it means more Americans have access to care. But, do you truly understand the implications it will have on not only our standard of care but on our economy for future generations??

Nick,

Is that inhabitants or residents?

What’s an inhabitant?

What’s a resident?

And, is that Texas health reform site like this Massachusetts one, where there’s no mention of what’s in any bill that both houses might pass?