"Mad as Hell" tour of doctors demands single payer and "taking back" our democracy
It is happening, folks….a brave group of doctors from Oregon, sick and tired that the political process has been coopted by corporate America, and that our democracy is as good as the money you have to buy it, is getting on the road to express their outrage.
The “Mad as Hell” tour will start in Portland, Oregon, make about 14 stops, including Philadelphia, and arrive in DC around September 29.
What should be clear is that while these doctors are indeed mad about the disastrous state of our health care system, they are especially mad about the phony health care reform coming out of Washington D.C. (including, but not limited to, the so-called “public option”).
Except for Spokane, most stops will be in middle America and the East, yet if there is enough interest (and $$$$!) other stops may be added.
Our colleagues are inviting the medical community, including all students in the health professions, to join in the effort and to follow the caravan.
You can visit their website for further information on their plan. And yes! They need donations…. 
I am so glad and proud to know what you are doing. It is absolutely the way to go, SINGLE payer. Unfortunately many of our own colleagues are against this.I just understand. Is there a similar group in North East? I heard you this evening on Ed Schultz show. When do you plan to be in DC?
Oscar, I would be happy to answer your question, but I don’t understand it. Could you please explain? thanks. claudia
Um, we live in a republic, not democracy, although we have some democratic values and processes. Also, doesn’t this sound contrary to your political bias?
“phony health care reform coming out of Washington D.C. (including, but not limited to, the so-called “public option”).”
I live in Spokane and Would like to offer any help or assistance that you might need. Thanks Jessica
You’re welcome
Interesting article! Thanks for posting.
Vince, there is plenty to do in all the single payer organizations, and volunteers are always welcome! it depends on where you are, and other issues. you can email me at Claudia.Chaufan@ucsf.edu and I can surely direct you to the right group. Claudia
I applaud your efforts. health care reform ( single payer – HR 676 ) is my primary issue of interest. willing to help out in some way. limited funds, but lots of time. 60 yrs old, unemployed, no insurance, struggling