Posted by
TheRationalRight on Friday, June 19, 2009 1:01:57 PM
Who pays, says.
When I was a child, on the rare occasions when we went to eat at a restaurant, my father chose the restaurant. Why? Because he had the wallet.
Who pays, says.
When a manager wanted to treat my coworkers and me to a “thank you” lunch, she restricted our choices to the lunch menu. Why? Because she was picking up the tab.
Who pays, says.
When I take my kids out to eat, I often tell them they are only allowed to order water to drink. Why? Because I’m the one with the money.
Who pays, says.
When the federal government bailed out GM, the federal government insisted that the CEO needed to be changed. Why? Because they were footing the bill.
Who pays, says.
What can we expect to happen when the government pays for our healthcare? Is it possible that the entity that is paying for our healthcare might restrict our choice of doctors, restrict our choice of services, and limit the amount they’re willing to pay for?
If you believe in logic and rational thinking, then you must conclude that the federal government would definitely restrict our liberty in that area.
Why?
Who pays, says.