Desperately Trying to Sell Obamacare

The poll numbers in favor of repealing Obamacare are staggering. Rasmussen’s June 7 numbers show 58% in favor of repeal with 48% strongly favoring. Only 35% are against repeal. Rasmussen only surveys likely voters, making these numbers very significant for the 2010 elections.

What’s a Democrat to do in the face of such overwhelming unpopularity? Spend more money. Democrats have launched a $125 million campaign to “sell” Obamacare to a stubborn and recalcitrant public. Named as co-chairs of this effort are former U.S. Senator Tom Daschle and the late Senator Edward Kennedy’s wife, Victoria. President Obama will play an integral part as he is slated to make numerous appearances, participate in tele-town hall meetings, and use other means to try to convince Americans that Obamacare really isn’t so bad.

Funds are being raised for the Health Information Center from unions, corporations and foundations.

In response to the $125 million campaign, some states are turning to ballot measures to excoriate Obamacare and energize voters for November. It is an interesting game that might be fun to watch if the stakes weren’t so high. Lives hang in the balance as the impact of Obamacare hits. And, it is not good news for unborn babies and older Americans.

Barbara Lyons