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If the politicians want every child to have health insurance, and they are hell-bent on giving away money, why not give every parent enough to purchase health insurance for the kids, AND NOTHING ELSE?

Because the vast majority of children are already healthy, the pols should be able to negotiate favorable contracts with health providers, and obtain coverage for the little ones for several years for that $600-1200, plus $300 per child they are talking about. Remember, St. Jude's treats the most tragic children's illnesses FOR FREE. That's why I contribute to them, and endure regular annoying appeals for more.