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[Kelena]

There is probably a logical limit to the sacrifice patriotism requires of us when that sacrifice consists of filling the coffers of private insurance companies, even when this may result in greater access to healthcare for more Americans. I see your point. If Chinese soldiers pull up at Isaac Hale, a greater sacrifice may be required. Still, the less your income, the greater your subsidy. And, if you can’t find a plan that costs less than 8 percent of your income, then you’re exempt from the requirement to purchase health insurance. A 30 year old nonsmoking guy making $25,000 per year would pay a little over a $100 per month according to the Kaiser Foundation calculator. which would be about 4-5% of income.

I've done the calculations. I wasn't able to use the not-ready-for-primetime Hawaii Health Connector. I called HMSA and I went to the website for Kaiser Hawaii. I am not eligible for a subsidy (that's the good news and the bad news). Presently I have HMSA with no prescription coverage. My HMSA rate will go up signficantly (by hundreds), probably because of the mandatory addition of a prescription drug coverage. A primo Kaiser plan comes in at about $50 more than I pay at present with HMSA, but it includes a prescription drug benefit.

Hello crowded waiting rooms full of sick people, girl doctors (oh, for god's sakes just examine me) and Honolulu (can't wait to see you again --- please don't stare at my scar).