Re: OT: Interesting article on the healthcare bill

[G. Morgan <usenet_abuse@xxxxxxxxx>]

mleuck <m.leuck@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

>No it doesn't mention free however like any other government program
>people forget about the fact they pay for much of it in taxes then
>when they need it think it's free, witness G's comment on wondering
>why he had to pay for an ambulance when he's paid taxes to the fire
>department.

You just made my point for me.  I paid taxes to the fire department, so I could
use their services.  Then, they turn around and charge me for the service I
already (supposedly) paid for.

So answer my question... Why do I get charged for an ambulance ride, but not if
my house catches fire?