I found an interesting history of healthcare reform in the United States in wikipedia just a few minutes ago and went straight to the section on the 1970s. And, truth be told, I don’t have the time to do justice to the topic. So, I’m just sharing the link and a wonderful excerpt here for all to enjoy. Kennedy and Nixon loom large in the story, as well as various Democrats. Care to make any predictions before you head over to the link or read further to the excerpt?
Ok, here comes the punchline.
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Surprise!!!!!
“In February 1974, Nixon proposed more comprehensive health insurance reform—an employer mandate to offer private health insurance and replacement of Medicaid by state-run health insurance plans available to all with income-based premiums and cost sharing.”
Le Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_health_care_reform_in_the_United_States#1970s
Oh, youngins, your grand parents have been keeping the best bedtime stories from you. We have family secrets.