In chapter 2 of the readings this week, the text does an excellent job of comparing the society and health care system of a few different countries. Although not to in depth, the text points out the American's tie to individual rights. The book states, "due to their rugged individualism, (USA) have a tendency to elevate individual rights above the welfare of the community...The individualistic version of negative, self-centered rights lacks the social dimension found in egalitarian and communitarian societies." (pg 40).
I think it is this self-centered mindset that allows the 15% uninsured. Everyone that has health insurance is satisfied and is not willing to change their life-style and comfort to help the 15%.
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I'm glad to know that you are keeping up with the reading. I would love to read more of what you have to say and your insight on the situation. Do you think there is any hope for that subset of the population that is uninsured?
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