The gov't isn't forcing anyone into the health insur. market, we're all already in it

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Grace, I think the crux of the philisophical issue is that the law requires me to purchase something from a private company, thereby making the government a sales agent for these private companies. And that selfsame requirement was, in the main, written by those companies. The term 'Conflict of Interest' applies rather heavily to this concept. Ultimately that's the main objection many of a quasi-libertarian bent have to this regulation.

And you'll find that objection to cross political boundaries... Americans tend to be a rather independent and cranky bunch, who don't believe that the Rodina is always right.

I personally don't believe in all religious exemptions when it comes to overall public health, unless those exempt are fully segregated from the public as a result of their religion. Immunization comes to mind.. when the objections of a few endanger the many.

I actually don't have a problem with paying taxes and receiving a service from my government. They provide me with many valuable services. But this regulation sticks in my throat.