Comments on: Obamacare vs. The Affordable Health Care Act

By: markhoofnagle

markhoofnagle — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:39:49 +0000

In the balance of history, “obamacare” might make Obama a memorable American hero of the presidency or a memorable villain. Given that the ACA, if it works, will be one of the most humane, just, economically-smart, and brave steps taken by government in decades I think chances are he’ll benefit from having his name attached.

By: Nemo

Nemo — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 02:53:02 +0000

I think it would be weird for Obama himself to use the term, but it certainly is easier to say, and suggests “Obama cares”. Not what I’d regard as negative.

By: niftyatheist

niftyatheist — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 21:16:11 +0000

I agree on the term Obamacare – what’s not to like? It’s a compound word and both words are positive.

Regarding the t-shirts, I clicked eagerly and was all set to buy one – but where are the women’s shirts? I only saw mens classic cut (in other words much too boxy for me or most women) and then a baby’s onesie (cute! but I have no babies to buy for) and a maternity t-shirt. 🙁

By: Randomfactor

Randomfactor — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:47:00 +0000

Interesting extension of the debate at DailyKos…Paul Ryan, who would be the first to deride “Obamacare,” intends to “reform” Medicare…by turning it into Obamacare for the elderly.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2012/03/25/1077732/-Ryancare-and-Obamacare-Both-Require-Individual-Mandate

(I love Obamacare both as a concept and a term. My daughter is back on my insurance policy despite a layoff. A friend will be able to keep coverage despite his history of previous illnesses.)