Medicare For Americans

I have writing about Medicare For All (M4A) since it was first unveiled back in 2018…..and I have bee supporting the idea….it is not perfect but it is better than any other options being considered….and now the corporate Dems have offered up what they call Medicare For Americans….

Corporate-backed Democrats evidently see the writing on the wall.

The latest polling from Axios-Ipsos American Health Index, released Wednesday, found that a purality of Americans support replacing the for-profit health insurance industry with a government-run Medicare for All plan, and that 62% of Democrats back the idea. Supporters of a single-payer healthcare program like those that have long existed in the United States’ peer countries swept primary races across the US this year. And one of the top potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), is a vehement supporter of the idea.

But instead of simply joining efforts to extend the popular Medicare program to everyone in the US, Majority Democrats—a group of Democratic lawmakers aimed at “reshaping and growing” the party, with billionaire hedge fund manager Stephen Mandel as its top funder—is intent on recycling an old proposal, with a new name.

The group introduced “Medicare for Americans” in a six-minute video posted on social media Tuesday—one that essentially described a “public option”—or a government-run healthcare program that would “compete” with health insurers instead of dismantling the $5.3 trillion-per-year for-profit system.

The video describes a plan similar to one unveiled in 2020 by former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, then a presidential candidate, who called his proposal “Medicare for All Who Want It.”

“If we want to earn voters’ trust back,” says the narration, “we need a real solution… A revolutionary plan that will make a real difference in how we handle healthcare in this country.”

The plan would “offer every American who is sick and tired of private insurance a plan through Medicare,” the narrator continues. “People who want to keep the private insurance they have should be able to.”

https://www.commondreams.org/news/public-health-option

What a pile of steaming cow manure!

These slugs are totally owned by the health industry….this is fake concern for us average peasants.

If they are truly worried about you and me why do they fight the M4A?

This plan, Medicare For Americans, is the billionaire option.

… one progressive streamer wrote that Majority Democrats “want to pretend like they support progressive healthcare policy but are just protecting private insurance.”

I believe that is an accurate observation.

This will be a con job on the American people….especially retired Americans.

Thoughts?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

Dems Are Not Moving Left

If you believe the propaganda machine of the Right and even some of the so-called Dems the party is moving Left….that is pure Bullshit!

Every one is running sacred because of the progress the DSA has mad in our electoral process so the Right has to counter it with something….and what better counter than to resurrect the old ‘Red Scare’ tactic?

But it is a LIE!  And a whopper at that.

Basically they are, the Dems, are trying to return to their roots….

Be advised: “Democrats are in danger of going too far left in 2018.” So warn Republicans like Mitt Romney and ex-Democrats like Joe Lieberman and public personae as diverse as James Comey and Howard Schultz. In recent months, the pundit class has determined that the party’s leftward lurch heralds the rise of a “liberal tea party”—a movement that could very well unmoor Democrats from their longstanding center-left traditions, in close imitation of the spiral of events that caused the Republican Party to turn sharply to the right in recent years.

What’s fueling this argument? For one, more Democrats have rallied, either noisily or cautiously, around such policy innovations as “Medicare for all,” universal college and a universal basic income. That a smattering of Democratic candidates have elected to call themselves “democratic socialists” has only fueled the claim that such programs are “socialist.” “The center is Harry Truman and Daniel Patrick Moynihan, not Eugene Debs and Michael Harrington,” warned New York Times opinion columnist Bret Stephens recently. (Debs and Harrington were self-identified socialists.)

But there’s something wrong with this historical interpretation: Truman strongly supported single-payer health care. Moynihan supported a universal basic income in the 1960s. Dating back to World War II, Democrats sought to make a government-paid education available to as many Americans as possible. If Democrats are marching to the left, that road leads directly back to platforms and politicians who, in their day, commanded wide support and existed firmly in the mainstream of political thought.

What’s more, to label these programs “socialist”—which is to say, far outside the center of the political spectrum—reveals a constrained worldview. For over six decades, center-right parties in Europe—in Britain and France, Germany and Austria, and almost everywhere between—have either participated in or acceded to the very same policies.

In a remarkable way, today’s debate today strongly resembles a broader discussion that occurred in the United States and Europe in the 1940s, amid wartime mobilization and economic reconstruction, and in the decades following.

https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2018/11/04/elections-2018-democrats-history-liberal-progressive-socialist-222187/

The rank and file maybe trying to return to the roots of the party but I cannot say the same for the DNC which controls who gets support for any upcoming election.

Can you see the problem?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

 

Has Ukraine Been Compromised?

For several years there has been a mash-up between Ukraine and Russia and of course the US and most of the western world has been helping Ukraine as much as possible….but it looks like that is about to change.

In the works Donny is playing footsie with Putin….and that issue will limit Ukraine’s effectiveness to respond to the attacks by Russia.

Ukraine is just about out of the Patriot missiles it needs to defend itself from Russian attacks, and officials on Monday said they’ve located the bottleneck. The Trump administration has not approved the next deliveries, a delay that applies not only to missiles coming from the US, but those going to Ukraine from other nations—transfers that require Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s approval because the missiles are made by US companies. The officials said Hegseth has not officially blocked the transfers but has not taken the necessary steps to allow them, either, the Washington Post reports.

It’s another of the US-inflicted setbacks for Ukraine, which have included President Trump backing off congressionally approved sanctions on Russia and a deal to allow Russia’s sale of diesel fuel. “The Pentagon is delaying the delivery of missiles” already paid for by European countries, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday, per AFP, saying all that’s needed is Hegseth’s signature. “The missiles are ready, and they could already be in Ukraine,” Zelensky said.

Does this turn have anything to do with the diesel deal Donny cut with Russia and a relaxing of some sanctions?

I look for Zelenskyy to beat feet to Dc and try to save the weapons deals of the past.

And then there is the proposed upcoming meeting between Putin, Xi and Donny….there cover story is the war with Iran….but I would bet that there is more to it than that.

We have known for years that Donny has this pathetic fascination with Putin and it appears that he is going out of his way to accommodate whatever Putin desires.

Am I looking at this in a wrong way?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

 

“Get Out Of Jail Free” Card

Since Donny has been in office he has pardoned in the neighborhood of 1800 people….and that will not be the end of it…..he may have further pardons in mind……

President Trump says he could wipe his own legal slate clean—and that of his team—if he so chooses. In a Newsmax interview on Thursday, the president said he has the authority to grant himself a pardon, though he claimed he hasn’t seriously considered it because he believes he “did nothing wrong,” per People. He noted he could’ve done so at the end of his previous term but didn’t expect to be, in his words, dragged “through the mud.”

“I’m allowed to do a pardon, a self-pardon,” he added. Trump also said he’s weighing clemency for aides so they don’t endure “years of nonsense” and legal bills. No president has ever tried to self-pardon and then faced prosecution. Asked on Friday if Trump actually plans to pardon himself or his staff, a White House spokesperson pointed back to his Newsmax comments.

One person who may not be lucky enough to receive such clemency from Trump, per the Irish Star: Kimberly Guilfoyle, the now former US ambassador to Greece and former fiance to Trump’s oldest son, Donald Trump Jr. “I don’t wanna think about it,” the president told Newsmax of a potential pardon for her. “I was disappointed in what I read. … I haven’t spoken to her. I’ve known her over the years. I’ve known her for many years.” He added that she’d done a “very good job” as ambassador and that “the interesting thing is she was the toast of the town over in Greece.”

For all his ‘illegal’ doings he may have a plan to avoid being held accountable for his misdeeds.

I would expect nothing else….he sees the writing on the wall and he is scrambling to walk away from this treasure chest robbery scott free.

Is there a plan in place that cannot prevent him from escaping these misdeeds and being made to pay….and pay dearly?

What will the Dems do?  Do they have a plan to stop this from happening?

I seriously doubt it.

And what do you think?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

Profit Over People

I am sure that most have heard this mantra over the years….mostly coming from the Left….sorry but it has been true for about 50 years probably longer….a recent poll (not a big fan usually is just a minute look at the issue) tells a story that has long been preached….

Most US adults believe President Donald Trump has placed his personal financial interests and those of his inner circle ahead of the country’s since returning to the White House in 2025, according to a new nationwide poll.

The poll, conducted by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and released on Tuesday, suggests that public perception of the Republican president leans heavily critical: Over half of surveyed adults view Trump’s second term as self-serving by investing in his own business and commercial pursuits “a lot”. Roughly one quarter believe he focuses on national interests, but only 11 percent feel Trump represents regular Americans. Fifty-five percent of Republicans surveyed said that Trump has prioritised his personal business interests “a lot” or “some”.

Half of the respondents report that Trump has placed zero priority on people “like them”.

As Trump’s family business pulls in record funds from new ventures helped by his policies, the poll results suggest that most US adults think growing his own finances has been the north star of Trump’s presidency, at least to some extent.

Trump’s June financial disclosure revealed massive post-election influxes of foreign and corporate capital into his business empire, stemming primarily from over $1bn in cryptocurrency ventures after he loosened regulation on the industry, as well as from international real estate.

During his first year as president, the Trump Organisation – Trump’s multinational family-owned enterprise dedicated to property development and global brand licensing – made eight real estate deals with authoritarian or one-party foreign states. Some speculate these countries were highly motivated to maintain favourable relations with the US to keep Trump happy on fronts like trade tariffs, military protection and private business dealings.

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/13/majority-in-us-say-trump-prioritises-personal-wealth-over-all-else-poll

First, I find it interesting that this poll numbers has not been widely reported especially with an election on the horizon.

Second I find it dubious since the voting record of Americans illustrates that few give a crap as long as his hateful message is paramount.

Third, How will this play out in the coming election?  Or will it be the lead issue before the vote?

So many questions and so few answers….the answer depends on which corporate propagandist one will pay attention to before they vote.

It will be interesting to see what the priority the voter will use before they cast the vote.

What do you guys think?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

 

Money Cannot Buy Friends

This is a look at AIPAC and their spending in the coming election….and boy Are they spending….and boy are they spending apparently they are concerned about the rising disapproval among American voters and that must be countered in some way.

But with all the money they are spreading around on candidates hoping to gain favorable position for Israel it seems to be failing miserably….at least that is the appearance….

Less than five years after its entry into U.S. political campaigns, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee is now one of the best-funded players in the midterm elections. It has also become one of the most polarizing.
AIPAC has raised $233 million to support its friends and attack its perceived foes, even as public sentiment has shifted sharply against its singular cause: American support for Israel.
The group’s decision to become a major player in campaigns has alienated some former allies and left others ducking AIPAC’s support. Some candidates have worn opposition from AIPAC as a badge of honor. Some not only refuse money from AIPAC, but also refuse to accept money from its donors. The organization has increasingly become a campaign issue unto itself. This summer, Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York described AIPAC as part of a group of “monsters” that he said were too powerful in American politics.
As AIPAC contends with its biggest crisis in years and second-guessing from even some allies, its leaders are unbowed, according to interviews with more than three dozen donors, former board members and political strategists who work with the group. They describe their mission as a long game: electing a Congress that will help combat what they see as existential threats to Israel from Iran and other hostile countries. And despite increased public criticism of both AIPAC and Israel, the group has continued to draw tens of millions in contributions that it can use to pick sides in House and Senate campaigns.
This is great news….candidates are starting to shy away from AIPAC because of their support for genocide…..which is a good thing….but will these people still be on the bandwagon if they get elected or will they succumb to the cash thrown at them by Israel?
Do not trust the numbers…..watch the candidate.
There is probably a covert way to feed the candidate without appearing in the news….
I am sorry but I do not trust most Dems to be honest about this cash infusion….they may talk smack but they will always be paid to have Israel’s interests at heart.
I Read, I Write, You Know
“Lego ergo scribo”

It’s Biden’s Fault

This is your consolation post for no “Sh*t Show” this Sunday….Hopefully I shall return to normal next week….please bear with me.

As usual Donny did what Donny does best….blame the Dems for the problems of high prices…..especially Biden.

President Donald Trump framed soaring oil prices as a financial win for the country during a campaign rally in Arizona on Wednesday, Oct. 14, just hours after new federal data showed inflation rising again, driven largely by the cost of gas.

The administration’s efforts to bring fuel costs down have drawn their own backlash. Trump’s recent deal to let Russia sell diesel on global markets, pitched as relief for farmers and truckers, prompted bipartisan calls for him to reverse course.

…

At the same rally, Trump blamed former President Joe Biden for high prices, telling reporters who asked about affordability that Biden caused the problem. He also argued that tariffs don’t cause inflation and said prices are coming down.

Trump Says High Gas Prices Are Good For Americans After Inflation Report Shows Prices Spiking, Blames Biden For Affordability Crisis

Sorry but I disagree….he has been in office for 2 years and his policies have created this massive inflation bubble….besides this excuse is getting a bit tired.

Ever ask yourself who benefits most from his most recent ‘deal”?

With affordability concerns threatening Republican control of Congress, President Donald Trump last week announced an agreement to increase supply by relaxing sanctions on Russian diesel fuel. But economists say lower prices are unlikely to result, and the announcement produced pushback from both Ukraine and Trump’s GOP allies. The only clear beneficiary may be Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

https://theweek.com/politics/trump-russia-diesel-deal-putin

Sorry but there is little to no relief from the high prices coming.

I am sorry but the Dems are clueless at what to do and yet they want us to trust them with our vote….right now it is not something I will consider….there needs to be a more clearer way forward for me to get behind them.

But that is just me….what do you think?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

Last Week At The Sh*t Show–18Oct26

Same stuff different week and then there is Donny’s mouth….how can so much crap fall out of one mouth?

As you read yesterday I had an extremely hectic week and was unable to put together a Sh*t Show post….But as a consolation prize I will offer up another post for those die hard readers.

Thanx for understanding.

chuq

 

Easy Come, Easy Go

Sorry for no “Dump” today so I offer up this post as a consolation.

Donny’s new press secretary had a hectic 5 days before she was booted out of her position…..

Donald Trump’s new press secretary, Katie Zacharia, was fired on Friday, just five days after she assumed the role, according to a White House official.

Zacharia confirmed her departure from the White House on Friday evening.

“President Trump is a kind, wonderful, gracious, thoughtful, enthusiastic, and hardworking man. I wish more Americans appreciated him. No one will ever make America great the way he has and continues to,” she wrote on social media. “It was an honor to work for him.”

Zacharia, a little-known conservative political commentator prior to her selection as the president’s chief spokesperson, came under immediate scrutiny after a widely panned inaugural briefing on Tuesday. The 14-minute exchange was soon followed by a barrage of questions over her legal credentials after she admitted she did not pass the bar exam.

In an interview on Thursday, Zacharia detailed her whirlwind sprint to the podium to replace Karoline Leavitt as the White House press secretary, stepping into the role as the president faces multiple headwinds just weeks before the midterm elections next month.

Katie Zacharia’s five days as press secretary expose flaws in Trump’s TV-driven hiring
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On Friday, Trump signaled that Zacharia’s tenure would be short-lived, telling reporters that he had asked his embattled press secretary to “reconsider” the job.

“I said: ‘Is this for you, Katie? Because honestly, you don’t need it,’” Trump said, speaking outside the White House. “I said to her: ‘Honestly, if I were you, I’d reconsider. You think about it, but I would reconsider.’”

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/oct/16/katie-zacharia-fired-press-secretary

I seem to remember this same scenario played out in his first attempt at the presidency…..5 days is the magic number….if you make it pass that then you have the job until Donny gets tired of you.

So the job was….easy come, easy go.

And of course when dealing with Donny there is a wrinkle….

After this shoddy treatment and being kicked to the curb this ‘lady’ sings the praise of Donny….

“President Trump is a kind, wonderful, gracious, thoughtful, enthusiastic, and the most hardworking man. I wish more Americans appreciated him,” she wrote on Instagram.

“No one will ever make America great the way he has and continues to. It was an honor to work for him.”

What is wrong with this broad?

What is it that demands such loyalty?

Any answers?

I Read, I Write, You Know

“lego ergo scribo”

IST Saturday News Dump–17Oct26

A busy week and so many possibilities can happen but not much accomplished….

Local–Finally!  The Coast has gotten some cooler weather….and greatr break from the heat of Summer.

Personal–I want to apologize for no “Dump” for this Saturday for I had an extremely hectic week with zero time to put a post together….endless consultations and travel between meetings….again I thank you guys for understanding.

I will post one that my regular readers can comment on and I hope it is enough.

Thank you….chuq