The "law" of unintended consequences always works.
“But I wonder, what does he think of the plan right now, when the effects are becoming clearer?”
I’m not sure but when I as a Massachusetts resident hear Romney this, Romney that...........I merely ask folks to consider that 12 out of 12 members of the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation are Democrats, all of it’s Constitutional offices are filled by Dem office holders, the State Senate is made up of 35 Dems vs 5 Republicans, the State House has 145 Dems vs 14 Republicans.
It was slightly differant when Romney was governor, he & the Lt Gov were Republicans and they may have had another dozen seats that were Republican. The most popular newspaper is the Globe and even the local FOX station is pretty liberal.
“Socialized” medicine was coming to Mass whether Romney was governor or not. Again look at the numbers of Dems, then consider all the top medical schools & hospitals that make up much of Boston’s economy.
I honestly don’t know if his team authored the bill, ammended it, or if he merely signed the bill as presented.
Not sure how he feels about it today. I do know he said the plan was not meant for all states.
My personal view is that there’s nothing inconsitant with a person supporting a statewide medical plan & opposing a nationwide medical plan.