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Originally Posted by piece-itpete
If the concept of our government can't be grasped by us smart fellers we're finished and might as well be ruled by an ogilarchy. Aren't many here college grads?
On Washington, that obviously isn't applicable or it WOULD have been used. I'm just guessing here, the Feds have jurisdiction over that particular thing. I'll put $20 on it.
Rob, it isn't about insurance. Can the Feds force an individual to buy something? Stay tuned, the real masters of the universe are about to tell us.
Pete |
Pete, if you had any conviction at all, you would bet ten grand that you are right.
Actually, it would be a winner. The feds have maritime jurisdiction, and the health care mandate signed by GW affected sailors. Of course, the feds also have jurisdiction over interstate commerce. An industry that affects over 15% of our economy certainly has an impact on interstate commerce. Just as George was acting within the fed jurisdiction over the seas, the HCA is within the fed jurisdiction over interstate commerce.
Although the Constitution set limits on the scope of federal power, legislation over interstate commerce comes within the scope of that power.
Hey, my political science degree has to be good for something.
Regards,
D-Ray