State's Lawsuit Against Healthcare Reform Goes Forward

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Originally Posted by BlueStreak

My question is this;

If states can mandate auto insurance, why can't health insurance be mandated?
Here, in Virginia, there is a $500 fine for not having insurance on your car.
How can this be constitutional, but mandated health insurance is not?

Driving is seen as an option and engaging in the activity is what triggers entry into the regulatory environment. However, under PPACA, an individual needs not engage in any activity that might be considered commerce, yet still be compelled to buy insurance coverage. This is the constitutional rub.

Originally Posted by BlueStreak

I am correct in saying that one of the principle problems with our healthcare system in the first place is uninsured people not paying their bills, Right? Do we not end up paying their bills through higher prices and subsequently higher premiums?

That a part of the issue, but its a relatively small part of the issue. Its simple supply and demand that is largely responsible driving up costs in the healthcare arena.

The GOP, once upon a time, were closer to addressing the central issue of rising health care costs: addressing utilization and transparency of costs.