Then there's no hope for it nationwide.

The opposition was getting ahead on scaring everyone over spiraling costs etc..even though none of that had even been calculated. They need to work on educating the masses as they try to push this through.

I am disappointed but we really need to get ahead of the BS from the right as much as possible.

Taking just a few months to have people on our side review every aspect and impact of the bill will allow us to kneecap republicans if they try BS.

People simply do not understand how it'll work. In their mind they'd have to pay for something they'll never use if they have insurance at work etc.. No cost estimates and all that stuff. They're going to fear it until they get real stats - and even then the right will continue to use scare tactics.

It can be done.. but if they don't do it right they may not get a chance again for some time.

It'll help educate those who argue with me about this

over taxes, not to mention getting legislators beaten at next election. They need to work out details with Medicare, Medicaid, etc., convince people that a big increase in taxes will save them money and improve health system, convince providers they won't be cut to bone, etc.

They were moving surprisingly fast for a state effort where federal health plans cover 50% or so of patients/people.

thought more important to get the process going than sit and wait another year before it could be introduced again