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228. This is clearly a very sore point with you. Point made.

Sat Aug 8, 2020, 07:12 AM

Aug 2020

I was just curious as to why one woould not use your current health coverage to get checkups, but seem to look forward to going when one is on Medicare, and why one wouldn't get vaccination and boosters for various diseases that could threaten other people's lives.

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This message was self-deleted by its author [View all] AmyStrange Aug 2020 OP

More "both sides" bullshit... and "Democrats are the same as the GOP" bullshit. NurseJackie Aug 2020 #1

He doesn't say that anywhere... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #2

His message is clear. He's lumping all politicians together it's this kind of ... NurseJackie Aug 2020 #3

Really? Well then... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #5

Who has made that claim? NurseJackie Aug 2020 #7

You made that claim by pretending that ALL... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #8

You know perfectly well that I said no such thing. NurseJackie Aug 2020 #10

And George Carlin never said, in that video, that all politicians are corrupt... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #12

Yes he did. Listen carefully at around the 42-second mark... NurseJackie Aug 2020 #13

I took that to mean the majority of the politicians, not ALL of them... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #15

For Christ's sake, indeed! NurseJackie Aug 2020 #18

You're a nitpicker, huh? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #19

So, my calling-out and refuting the lies people tell about Democrats is being a "nitpicker"? NurseJackie Aug 2020 #22

Whatever... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #25

That's not a nice thing to say about me. I haven't attacked you personally, why do you attack me? NurseJackie Aug 2020 #28

You consider that an insult? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #29

... NurseJackie Aug 2020 #30

I was right about you being a nice person... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #31

Yet another Ad Hominem Attack. ehrnst Aug 2020 #73

Exactly... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #89

It's good to see that you're taking criticism well. ehrnst Aug 2020 #90

Too bad no one else can AmyStrange Aug 2020 #99

Who else here needs to? ehrnst Aug 2020 #105

That's my point. AmyStrange Aug 2020 #115

"Almost everyone" ehrnst Aug 2020 #117

Critically analyzing their beliefs. AmyStrange Aug 2020 #130

If you say so... ehrnst Aug 2020 #134

ha ha ha AmyStrange Aug 2020 #147

How about avoiding "both sides do it?" Cary Aug 2020 #32

You're right. It's a distraction, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #33

.... ehrnst Aug 2020 #66

"The fallacy of the golden mean" ehrnst Aug 2020 #136

Any time Cary Aug 2020 #225

I also call it posturing Cary Aug 2020 #226

Or those who want a fray, if they have been angered by someone who doesn't seem ehrnst Aug 2020 #227

Yep. Cary Aug 2020 #233

Which Democrats are "worse" than Republicans? ehrnst Aug 2020 #50

One democrat is better than all the republicans combined... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #61

So why is it that you sound uncertain about what good Democrats will do in November? ehrnst Aug 2020 #126

You know, I was lambasted here once for making a prediction... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #137

What prediction was that? ehrnst Aug 2020 #141

I guaranteed that Trump would lose the election... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #153

Do you have a link to this "attack?" ehrnst Aug 2020 #181

Later, ok? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #186

So no, you don't have a link to it. Was it another psuedonym? ehrnst Aug 2020 #189

No it was THIS User ID... Amy-Strange Aug 2020 #190

Already answered... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #196

Found it, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #200

So why do post under two profiles on DU? ehrnst Aug 2020 #207

I've been gone for a few years, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #210

Seems that you were able to finally remember it, and are actively posting under both profiles. ehrnst Aug 2020 #214

I have over a hundred e-mail addys... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #220

Avoiding answering? Not surprised. ehrnst Aug 2020 #146

Of course it doesn't surprise you, because... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #154

So yes, you're going to avoid answering, after you brought it up out of nowhere. ehrnst Aug 2020 #172

I did answer... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #177

This message was self-deleted by its author ehrnst Aug 2020 #180

So you "don't want" health insurance? ehrnst Aug 2020 #183

Nope, I'm not going to the hospital, unless they force me AmyStrange Aug 2020 #192

You're the one who says you're being stupid. ehrnst Aug 2020 #206

Yes I am... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #208

So you don't have the recommended adult vaccinations and boosters? Any particular reason why? ehrnst Aug 2020 #209

Probably not, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #211

CORRECTION AmyStrange Aug 2020 #212

All vaccines involve other people, and not just you. ehrnst Aug 2020 #213

I stay home most of the time, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #216

That's a question for a physician. You have access to them through your insurance. ehrnst Aug 2020 #219

I love doctors, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #224

This is clearly a very sore point with you. Point made. ehrnst Aug 2020 #228

So, the answer is no... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #232

So the answer is too embarassing for you. Got it. ehrnst Aug 2020 #235

I'm not embarrassed. AmyStrange Aug 2020 #239

It is quite an erroneous thinking GeorgiaPeanut Aug 2020 #9

You're right... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #11

No one has pretended it doesn't exist. GeorgiaPeanut Aug 2020 #14

There are some democrats who are willing to fight the pharmaceuticals, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #16

Have you ever considered how many people are employed GeorgiaPeanut Aug 2020 #23

I'm not knocking pharmaceutical companies... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #27

Huh? I spelled it correctly as well GeorgiaPeanut Aug 2020 #42

please, read my WHOLE post the next time... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #43

Oh? You've changed your mind about them since this post? ehrnst Aug 2020 #49

I don't care anymore... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #58

False Dilemma Fallacy ehrnst Aug 2020 #68

If you say so... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #79

I didn't invent the definition. I just spotted it in use. ehrnst Aug 2020 #80

So did I AmyStrange Aug 2020 #96

As I said, self-awareness is a good thing, even after the fact. ehrnst Aug 2020 #106

You're right... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #116

My self-awareness is pretty good, albeit no one is perfect. ehrnst Aug 2020 #118

If you say so... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #82

Indeed. (nt) ehrnst Aug 2020 #125

Attacking a strawman. ehrnst Aug 2020 #51

+1 GeorgiaPeanut Aug 2020 #53

+2 AmyStrange Aug 2020 #59

So glad you didn't take offense. ehrnst Aug 2020 #67

No need... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #76

No, that wasn't about everybody here. (nt) ehrnst Aug 2020 #77

That's what YOU think... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #95

It's what I've observed, along with some others here. ehrnst Aug 2020 #111

Observe, learn and take a deep breath... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #127

And "Argument by Repetition" fallacy gets added to the list... ehrnst Aug 2020 #138

noted AmyStrange Aug 2020 #148

Gee. I thought this thread was about a comedian. ehrnst Aug 2020 #69

It was, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #81

It's good that you can see your participation in and catalyst of all that now. (nt) ehrnst Aug 2020 #83

Yup, I'm the one at fault for everything... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #97

Some hyperbole there? ehrnst Aug 2020 #108

Big-time, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #119

If you say so.... ehrnst Aug 2020 #121

George Carlin was a democrat. AmyStrange Aug 2020 #133

Without the pharmaceutical companies do you think we'd have a vaccine within a few months or.... George II Aug 2020 #20

I'm not knocking pharmaceutical companies... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #21

Canadians give tax incentives and guaranteed bulk payments GeorgiaPeanut Aug 2020 #24

What's the REAL market cost of medicines? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #26

What is a "market cost?" I think you are confused on your terms. ehrnst Aug 2020 #48

market cost equals cost to bring to market AmyStrange Aug 2020 #56

Here's more information on the process of pricing ehrnst Aug 2020 #92

I do agree, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #101

I for one, know already which is the better political party. ehrnst Aug 2020 #103

Of course you do... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #112

It's certainly not a "cool place" for those who complain about everything Democratic. ehrnst Aug 2020 #114

I'm not the one who started the complaining... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #129

Many of your posts are indeed complaints and rants ehrnst Aug 2020 #132

George Carlin never said ALL democrats were as corrupt as republicans... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #145

I never said that Carlin said that, so why are you hammering on me about it? ehrnst Aug 2020 #149

Some of the "THEY" are Nurse Jackie, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #155

Who here thinks that pharmacuetical companies are altruistic at all? ehrnst Aug 2020 #164

If you think drug prices are reasonable... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #202

I didn't say that. No one on this thread said that. What "you" are you talking about? ehrnst Aug 2020 #204

I agree with you... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #205

Because it's what started all this crap... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #156

Again... why are you hammering on me about it? ehrnst Aug 2020 #165

I'm not hammering. I'm explaining... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #166

I'm listening, and you're frantically avoiding accepting any responsibility for the consequences ehrnst Aug 2020 #168

When are you going to explain what my false logic is? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #174

I see the fallacy by repetition is back. ehrnst Aug 2020 #179

Nope AmyStrange Aug 2020 #185

Frantically trying to respond more than one of my posts demanding I answer the same question ehrnst Aug 2020 #191

When you say "they" you're not talking about insurance companies, like we have in the US ehrnst Aug 2020 #46

Thank you, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #62

..... ehrnst Aug 2020 #65

Thank you, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #75

I hope you understand the relevance. (nt) ehrnst Aug 2020 #78

Yup, Billy Joel is blaming everyone else for all the bad that's happened, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #91

No, that's not it. ehrnst Aug 2020 #93

Which part of, "WE didn't start the fire," don't you understand? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #102

I posted that to someone who claimed everyone else was trying to start fires. ehrnst Aug 2020 #104

ha ha ha AmyStrange Aug 2020 #157

You're the "thread master" as you put it... ehrnst Aug 2020 #167

Yup, I did... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #170

Hon, a logical fallacy is an attempt to derail a logical discussion. ehrnst Aug 2020 #176

I don't agree... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #184

And we have "Argument from Silence" concerning Jackie not going down the rabbit hole with you. ehrnst Aug 2020 #197

Exactly, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #199

Because that wasn't the goal of the ACA. The goal was to get health care to people. ehrnst Aug 2020 #44

Thank you, ehrnst. sheshe2 Aug 2020 #52

+10000000000000000000000000000 betsuni Aug 2020 #54

+100000000000000000000000000000000 x 2 AmyStrange Aug 2020 #57

Just cool your jets, Amy. ehrnst Aug 2020 #64

I hate when people say that... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #88

Who said that you were? Perhaps you're confusing me with someone else? Or another thread? ehrnst Aug 2020 #110

Please, take a breath and slow down... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #122

"I know you are but what am I?" ehrnst Aug 2020 #124

Nope, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #139

"Thread master?" ehrnst Aug 2020 #142

What do you call it... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #151

It's called being the author of an OP. You're welcome. ehrnst Aug 2020 #169

I like thread master better, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #171

The word "master" might offend some. ehrnst Aug 2020 #173

"Master" offends people? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #178

I said that it might. It's up to you if you want to keep on using it and see what happens. ehrnst Aug 2020 #188

I was thinking along the lines of a chess master, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #195

Well, there is this.. ehrnst Aug 2020 #217

That was interesting AmyStrange Aug 2020 #222

Why do you think I know more their decision than the reporter of the article? ehrnst Aug 2020 #230

The problem is that "master" is used too widely... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #237

Not my "road." Are you confusing me with someone else? ehrnst Aug 2020 #243

Did you know that there's an actor named Master Bates? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #246

Red Herring now added to the growing list. ehrnst Aug 2020 #247

Look, my favorite puppy dog is back! AmyStrange Aug 2020 #250

Tagurit ehrnst Aug 2020 #251

Ad Hominem Attacks: ehrnst Aug 2020 #71

What's the point... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #86

Are you asking "what's the point" of ad hominem attacks? ehrnst Aug 2020 #87

See, no one listens. They just dig in, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #98

Well, if you feel that way, perhaps there are other places you would feel more ehrnst Aug 2020 #109

Nope AmyStrange Aug 2020 #120

Glad I'm one of the cool ones. I'm one of the few who're listening to you enough to respond, ehrnst Aug 2020 #123

Thank you AmyStrange Aug 2020 #135

Finally, I get some of the respect and gratitude I deserve. ehrnst Aug 2020 #140

Now go and spread the joy AmyStrange Aug 2020 #150

;) sheshe2 Aug 2020 #201

... Me. Aug 2020 #162

Damn, I still miss this man....George was RIGHT about a lot of things... ProudMNDemocrat Aug 2020 #4

I miss him too n/t AmyStrange Aug 2020 #6

This one's for you... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #17

And...? Me. Aug 2020 #34

Thank you AmyStrange Aug 2020 #35

Sorry But I Didn't Mean It As An Affirmation Me. Aug 2020 #36

True, but... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #37

Nobody Is Saying You Can't Like & Appreciate Him Me. Aug 2020 #38

Like mine... AmyStrange AmyStrange Aug 2020 #39

Because You Do Doesn't Mean Others Have THe Same Level Of Discernment Me. Aug 2020 #40

Ok, but do you wear a tiara? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #41

If I Do It Means You Have To Listen To My Commands Me. Aug 2020 #47

I need proof first AmyStrange Aug 2020 #55

Petition Denied Me. Aug 2020 #70

I hope you know what that means... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #84

It Means Nothing To Me Me. Aug 2020 #100

Ha ha ha... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #107

I Don't Break Anything, Me. Aug 2020 #158

Well, that explains it... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #160

These Days...Fakes Can Be Found Everywhere Me. Aug 2020 #161

This one's definitely fake... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #163

Yep. Even it it's slipped in via a video clip of a long dead comedian ehrnst Aug 2020 #72

Yep An Attempt At A Sideways Slip In Me. Aug 2020 #74

Hate the working class? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #203

I didn't say you did. ehrnst Aug 2020 #215

Good idea, and... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #221

Apology accepted. ehrnst Aug 2020 #229

Well, thank you AmyStrange Aug 2020 #234

"I know you are but what am I?" ehrnst Aug 2020 #236

Misperception... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #240

Nope. ehrnst Aug 2020 #241

It's nice to have a little puppy dog follow me around all day. AmyStrange Aug 2020 #244

TagURit. ehrnst Aug 2020 #249

Is he talking about the environmentalists ? JI7 Aug 2020 #45

Interesting... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #60

Thanks everyone! AmyStrange Aug 2020 #63

Sounds like you got pretty hot under the collar. No need to and it's bad for your health. ehrnst Aug 2020 #85

Nope AmyStrange Aug 2020 #94

You seem very upset at people who responded to you and your OP. Just an observation. ehrnst Aug 2020 #113

Sorry, but you don't REALLY listen. AmyStrange Aug 2020 #128

Certainly, I'm not saying things that you wish to hear, but are truthful ehrnst Aug 2020 #131

Enlighten me then, and AmyStrange Aug 2020 #143

I never said that George Carlin said that. I was talking about what YOU said. ehrnst Aug 2020 #144

Clear as mud... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #152

All I hear are crickets... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #159

Most are in the subject lines, but here you go: ehrnst Aug 2020 #175

That's not false logic... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #182

False logic is your term, not mine. Scroll up if you don't believe me. ehrnst Aug 2020 #187

Didn't I already explain this in another reply? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #193

That makes no sense. Maybe you're confusing me with someone else. ehrnst Aug 2020 #194

I knew you wouldn't, because... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #198

So you've had anger issues? ehrnst Aug 2020 #218

I do big time, but now that I know what causes it... AmyStrange Aug 2020 #223

You also don't know what I know, and being reminded of that seems to ehrnst Aug 2020 #231

Set me off? AmyStrange Aug 2020 #238

Yep. I hit the nail on the head. ehrnst Aug 2020 #242

Funny bone you mean AmyStrange Aug 2020 #245

TagURit ehrnst Aug 2020 #248