The Health Reform Debate: Will The Energy And Interest Still Be There When It Counts?

Congress is in recess and our representatives are back 'in district' taking the pulse of their constituents at the much reported Town Hall listening sessions. People are justifiably upset about some of the details of the House Bill being vetted (HR-3200).

After Labor Day the Senate will try and work out the details of their version of reform. Co-Chaired by Democrat Max Baucus and Republican Charles Grassley, every indication is the Finance Committee Bill will be far more middle of the road. Then of course, the House and Senate bills have to be 'reconciled'. All of this is going to take some time. So the final version may well look entirely different than HR-3200. (We can only hope!)

I worry that all of us will tire of the process. If the final compromise bill is still riddled with government intrusions into this most personal area of our lives, will our interest have waned. That would be a shame.

Central to this debate are certain things I think you should know about reform; click here and ponder the complexity of the issue. When asked, I urge clients and friends to be patient. Don't overplay your hand. Wait until all the cards have been dealt. But be vigilant. Stay interested. It is good to see our citizens so engaged for a change!!