Smith on health care
It is quite obvious that the medically uninsured problem is not just in the state California but United States wide. It is very evident that a large portion of the problem is clearly attributed to the number of illegal aliens entering emergency rooms and clearly attributing for the closure of numerous hospitals throughout California. I am very aware that there are numerous families who do not have health care and I would encourage a plan that would not increase taxes but specifically attacked some of the causes of the problem such as the illegal alien abuse. Currently the insured is being charged approximately 20% above the costs of their medical bills in order to pay for the uninsured which means that you are being taxed (if you currently have insurance) for those that are currently uninsured.
The compromise failed because Republicans did not want to raise taxes and many Democrats thought the economy was too troubled to start such a large program.
I am reluctant to say that I could wave a wand and solve the problem. I do know that the current California resident works until approximately August according to latest information in order to pay federal and state income taxes. I do know that whatever the solution is, it should include a more transparent and understandable medical billing process which is usually a contributing cause of price reductions. Whatever the solution is, it should not be through additional taxation.