"First, the Democrats have to win the election — and win it by enough to face down Republicans, who are still, 42 years after Medicare went into operation, denouncing “socialized medicine.”

Second, they have to overcome the public’s fear of change. "

"One more thing: if we do get real health care reform, a lot of people will owe a debt of gratitude to none other than John Edwards. When Mr. Edwards dropped out of the presidential race, I credited him with making universal health care a “possible dream for the next administration.” Mr. Edwards’s political career is over — but perhaps he and his family can take some solace from the fact that his party is still trying to make that dream come true."

The only problems with the Australian system relate to shortages of staff due to the govts not knowing that the population here would increase.
I am happy to sing it's praises. Cost of liver transplant - zero; without insurance - zero. Outcomes are as good as anywhere.

Yeah ! I can see why Edwards is so eager to push threw health issues,that always happen when the girlfriend is having a baby,but all joking aside I saw his wife speak and she is a very smart lady and has done a lot to keep these issue alive.Maybe they'll see the issues more clearly with a fresh coat of paint on the "White House".