When my son was little and it was time for bed, I would trick him. I would ask which pajamas he wanted to wear-the blue ones or the red ones. He would happily pick out his preferred color and then go to bed on time without trouble. He thought he was in control. However, the purpose of the ploy was to have him go to bed.
We are being tricked by the Congress by the same ploy: Public Option or no Public Option. As we quibble about that, as we discuss that, as we are deluded to think that we have some control voicing our opinions, calling or emailing our representatives and Senators. Putting our “foot down”! However, the purpose of the ploy is to pass a sweeping healthcare plan as we happily put on our pajamas.
Freedom March 9-12 DC
