Memphis Blues
Jul 10, 2017 · 2 min read

The Obamacare exchanges are failing.

People are left with only one insurance option in a large number of options. If the option doesn’t provide good networks or prices, tough luck.

Prices are increasing significantly.

The CSRs (government subsidies) are being reconsidered due to budget constraints.

You can certainly try to blame Trump for the Obamacare problems. If I was a Democrat, I’d certainly do my best to do that. However, the failing exchanges and price rises preceded Trump. And the blatant misrepresentations (e.g., keep your doctor, keep your plan, save money) were never, ever going to happen.

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