Friday, November 16, 2012

Governor Scott and Common Sense: A Contradiction?

Attached a link to an article titled "Rick Scott Signals Willingness To Negotiate On Health Care Law" reporting that Florida Governor Rick Scott, one of the most outspoken critics of President Obama's health care law, signaled Tuesday that he may be ready to drop his longstanding opposition to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. In an interview with the Associated Press, the Republican said that he is willing to negotiate with the federal government on implementing the new program. "The election is over and President Obama won," Scott said. "I'm responsible for the families of Florida. … If I can get to yes, I want to get to yes." "I don't think anyone involved in trying to improve health care should say 'no, no, no,'" Scott continued. "Let's have a conversation." Sounds good BUT talk is cheap. Governor Scott can show his change of heart by informing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services by the deadline tomorrow whether he will set up a Florida health insurance exchange, partner with the federal government, or leave the task to U.S. authorities. The clock is ticking Governor!!

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