[Southside_Chicago_Republican]

I’m asking an honest question because I’ve always wondered about some other federal programs and policies. Can anyone tell me what part of the Constitution would authorize the government to do this?

[Maceman]

Can anyone tell me what part of the Constitution would authorize the government to do this?

The same part that authorized government to implement Social Security. Which is to say, no part.

[cinives]

The same part that requires mandatory treatment of all by ERs without recourse to ability to pay. :)

[pepsionice]

Under the German model...you are automatically enrolled if you make less than $55k a year...and they automatically take the money from the employer and employee. There is no exemption. If you make $55k....you can make your own decision...public healthcare or private healthcare...your choice.

[Old Professer]

Works just like car insuranace; since driving is a privilege granted by the state, the state, to serve the greater good, can force you to buy insurance to be allowed to drive.

Now just insert living and live in place of driving and drive and there you are.