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Health care transcends capitalism

Sat., June 4, 2016

Regarding insurers seeking higher rates: We’re going to be paying more for health insurance because these are companies whose bottom lines serve shareholders and CEOs’ dividends and salaries.

I need health insurance just like I need electricity, water, sewer, etc. The companies that provide these basic services should not be making a profit from the people that must have these services. I’m not a socialist, but I believe there are some services which should transcend the capitalist model.

George Rickert

Sandpoint

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