Some people apparently have short memories when it comes to mandates and health care. Where were you when unfunded, mandated Medicare Part D was crammed down the throats of the elderly with the threat of lifetime penalties?

That was a short time ago.

But wait, the program is working wonderfully. The competition is fierce, therefore, there are a variety of excellent plans from which to choose. There is also flexibility. If a person is not satisfied with one plan, it can be changed. It is that simple.

Now doesn’t that make anyone wonder why the monopolizing insurance companies are standing on their heads to stop the Affordable Heath Care Act?

Carole Richards, Livermore