I’m excited about the public health insurance option plan that is now being developed by some members of Congress. I’ve been fortunate to have a good insurance plan, but I’m very concerned about those who have nothing or who have lost theirs with the loss of a job. 
The plan would save us all an estimated 30 percent on our premiums by being more efficient.
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Keep your ears and eyes open when the debate comes up. The insurance industry is bound to throw up roadblocks. Good people like Dr. Howard Dean are supporting this. So should we.
This article appears in Apr 23-30, 2009.