It will come as no surprise that I agree with you troll. I think it is just another ploy to gain votes. Were Gephardt NOT running for president I probably would not be as skeptical about it probably, but as you say when a politican promotes a plan and touts the fact it will cost very little money, watch out.

I do think some kind of universial bacic plan that covers catastrophic diseases and basic medical costs should be provided though. Such a plan should not pay for cosmetic surgeries like breast implants, face lifts, and procedures like that though.

DougR