Health Care Obama vs. McCain

Recent debates amongst the presidential candidates have brought to light some significant differences in the two candidates and what they are really going to do for the American public. One of the biggest issues on the table so far seems to be in the area of health insurance. With everyone worrying about the price of gas, the cost of food, and the overwhelming national debt, many people are overlooking the fact that a good portion of the money that they are making is going to pay for their health insurance plans and medical bills. As a matter of fact since 2000, health care premiums have doubled and that leaves many employers in this country having to choose between health insurance for themselves and their workers, or being able to hire more employees. For the small business owners, quite honestly, the cost of insuring their employees is more than their budget can handle, and so therefore they don't. So what do the candidates say about health care and what they are going to do to reform the system?

Obama's plan seems more proactive. Giving everyone, specifically small business owners, the option to buy into larger groups for more affordable insurance rates for their employees and themselves is a a big factor. His plan also works for doctors to be paid for wellness achievements and check ups as opposed to procedures. Most of the problems are stemming form the insurance companies, which is where Obama's plan seems to be addressing the core issues at.

McCain's plan seems to be essentially giving a sum of money to the individual and not really making changes to the health care system. What would happen in the long run is still questionable. Even with the large chunk of money McCain doles out to the individual, one wonders if individuals will be able to actually afford insurance if the costs double like they are now.

The question remains as to whether changing the health care system is a reality. It is high time someone looks at the system and can devise a way to ensure Americans get the health care they need and deserve.

Overall, the Obama plan seems to be the most likely to change the overall health care structure in America, which hopefully will allow all American's an equal shot at getting the medical attention they truly need. Only time will truly tell.