Obama-speak

President Obama has repeatedly claimed that requiring people to purchase health insurance is the same thing as the obligation to have auto insurance. That's just plain double-talk.

No one is required to have auto insurance. You do not have to purchase a vehicle, and you can choose not to drive. Both of these circumstances will absolve you of the insurance obligation. No penalty will accrue. You may also take advantage of the financial responsibility provision in the law. In California, it states you may post a $25,000 cash deposit or surety bond in lieu of insurance. It's reasonable to assume that such an option is available in most states.

Conversely, the health insurance in the Obama-speak version must be purchased or a fine will be assessed. That is an unconscionable intrusion on personal freedom. Say something to your lawmakers now.