Posted on 07/31/2009 9:06:54 PM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet
Six high-profile veterans groups are raising objections to the House healthcare reform bill, warning House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) that it could jeopardize the care of millions of veterans.
Citing “grave concerns,” the groups are urging Pelosi to modify the House bill. If changes are not made, the veterans groups say they will actively oppose the measure.
In a letter to Pelosi that was obtained by The Hill, the groups state “the legislation could limit the health care choices for veterans, increase the cost of health care for veterans, deny coverage to dependent family members of veterans, and threaten the quality of health care offered to veterans through the VA health care system.”
The groups that signed the letter are the Disabled American Veterans, Blinded Veterans Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, Jewish War Veterans of the USA, American Veterans (AMVETS) and the Military Order of the Purple Heart of the USA.
The letter notes that the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) provides medical services to millions of veterans and the quality of care “has risen to amongst the finest health care systems in the nation.”
“Unfortunately,” the letter states, “as currently drafted, H.R. 3200 fails to adequately recognize, protect or preserve this invaluable system for our nation’s 24 million veterans.”
The groups also want the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to continue running the healthcare system offered through the Department of Veterans Affairs and not be “infringed” upon by any other healthcare organizations or administration departments.
“By virtue of their service and sacrifices, veterans have earned special benefits that are separate and in addition to benefits the government provides to other citizens,” the six groups wrote to Pelosi.
The groups stress that any national health reform legislation “must make certain” that all veterans, including those enrolled in the VHA system, remain eligible to enroll in any other public or cooperative health insurance program.
The final reform bill “must make clear” that veterans’ spouses or children have access to the public or cooperative health insurance program.
A spokesman for Pelosi said that Democrats remain committed to veterans and their needs.
“As the legislative process moves forward we will work with all stakeholders on healthcare reform,” said Pelosi spokesman Nadeam Elshami.
Bought off like AARP?
I don’t think we’re in America anymore, Toto.
Anybody over 60 better have a grave concern because Obama health care is designed to put them in their graves ASAP.
I feel sorry for the poor government bureaucrat who has to give me my first “end of life” counseling session. Once the door to the office closes, I’m going to put my hands around his/her/it Commie throat until he/she/it tells me that he/she/it sees the “bright light.” I don’t play that liberal Commie ‘RAT euthanasia crap!
This isn’t America anymore.
I feel sorry for the poor government bureaucrat who has to give me my first “end of life” counseling session.
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You seem to have accepted it since you are planning to have your meeting with them. I will never ever agree to this and I will leave this country.
As if this administration really gives a s*(^ about veterans. From what I’ve heard from folks with loved ones and friends in the military, the admin doesn’t give a flip about them either.
Not me. I’m going to stand an fight. My “end of life” counseling is going to be between me and my priest. Not some lowlife commie bureaucrat.
Baby boomers and those just behind them will have their retirement funds confiscated as well.
You are working for ACORN/SEIU (illegal aleins union) now - don’t expect a retirement and when you get too old to work they will cut off your health care.
I just hope they get the old ones who voted for him first cause I see em on the road with their Obama stickers daily.
Call, call, call and fax. www.Faxzero.com Two free faxes per day. Get everyone you know to do it too.
I think I will tell them “I went into the Service on a Buddy Program, I guess I’ll go out the same way” and see if they want to join me.
What country are we living in where we do not honor our brave veterans? I hope you enjoy your freedom, Pelosi.
Disabled American Veterans, Blinded Veterans Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, Jewish War Veterans of the USA, American Veterans (AMVETS) and the Military Order of the Purple Heart of the USA
"Right wing agitators who belong on the Terrorism Watch List!"
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Under the proposed legislation, you would have to ask your health care provider for an appointment to discuss power of attorney and other matters relating to your inevitable end of life. The legislation would provide compensation to the professional.
In no case should the professional be strangled. That would be rude.
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Call, fax, and hand written letters to you House member and Senators. Send em daily. Stop Obama DeathCare.
Pass it on. The life you save may be your own.
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