PREFACE: Two hundred forty five years ago, it was called the Stamp Act; in the near future, it may be known as the "Baucus Compromise"-  nothing other than a high-tax, wealth re-distribution scam; a testimony that Karl Marx did not write his manifesto in vain.

This unconstitutional, so-called "reform plan" from Democratic Senator Max Baucus (of Montana ) would make health insurance MANDATORY. It would provide tax credits to help the "poor" cover the cost of buying insurance. 

Baucus' proposals include "non-profit" insurance co-ops, individual MANDATES for purchasing health insurance, and new fees on insurance companies to finance the plan; yet another socialist sucker punch aimed directly at those who actually work for a living.

And those not complying would face hefty fines; $950 a year for individuals and $3800 for families. So obviously, a single person is looking at a policy around $1000/ year, with families paying close to $4,000.

Of course Baucus realizes that the money collected from the fines will go to pay for insurance for "less fortunate" people in other states.

And the really fun part is the government will have access to one's bank account; that's right boys 'n girls - they'll debit those fines right out whenever they want! Thanks to the Obama-inspired Baucus plan, our good friends at the IRS will no longer have to wait until April 15th to waylay money from you.

Is this not the same basic set of circumstances why our forefathers once revolted in the first place?

What if you're a healthy person by nature? What if you spend at least that much a year on nutritional supplements, and go to great "pains" to keep in top physical condition? What about the people who don't smoke, maintain ideal weight, and haven't been to a doctor since they were in school?

Why is there no tax credit for those not likely to ever see a physician, except in the rare event of an emergency?

Baucus' plan could have just as easily had a provision for lesser, catastrophic policy premiums, covering those unlikely to need health services during the younger (and most productive) period of their lives.

But fascist-socialists like Baucus and Obama know that would entirely make too much sense, and obviate the vast pool of funds available to be distributed to "the poor" (i.e. the democratic voting plurality).

Now enter Senator Chuck Grassley, a member of the "Gang of Six" Senate finance committee - one of the Republicans still trying to talk Baucus down off his ledge. Thus, the future of Baucus' compromise - in large part - remains in Grassley's hands.

Most fortunately, by initial news reports, Senator Grassley has implied "no deal."

A source close to Grassley said..."in addition to the problem he has with the mandatory levies on families & individuals, he's balking at the $880 billion price tag. The Iowa senator had been hoping for something in the $750 billion ballpark."

Grassley sees that a lot of people could be penalized rather onerously for not spending money they don't have. If a family can't afford to buy health insurance, where's the logic in thinking that they can afford to pay a $3800 fine?

Plus we musn't forget: during his campaign last year, Obama had promised not to raise taxes on the middle class. Not one thin dime, eh Mr. Obama? So how's this for a tax hike, disguised as government-reformed health care? Or is it just semantics?   

In 1582, George Whetstone (ye olde English poet) wrote: "The dashe of a Pen, is more greevous than the counterbuse of a Launce." Hence, the origin of the phrase..."the pen is mightier than the sword."

So rebel not angry Americans!

Indeed, let us all come together and revolt - not by force of arms - but by taking up pen and stationery, and writing letters of gratuity (and urgency) to America's newest true-blue hero in Washington DC, and letting him know we hopefully (and very firmly) stand 1,000 percent behind him!

Charles Grassley - (R - IOWA)
135 HART SENATE OFFICE BUILDING; WASHINGTON DC 20510
(202) 224-3744

Dear Senator:

You are most certainly in all of our prayers:

There are a lot of concerned people who are cheering you; especially those 50 million or so very robust Americans, who everyday, go out of their way to assure (not insure) their health. And to them you are a hero, intrepidly standing against the tyranny of socialism.

Indeed, you are one of the perceptive few in Congress who actually realizes your decision affects not just those of your constituents, but every American in all 50 states.

You are but one of the few, with fortitude enough to stand in their way

Forgive the platitudes, but we do need to take back our country, completely rule out compromises, and stand for capitalism, gainful employment, and rooting out all those who attempt to pervade this economic scandal of government health reform - no matter who they are.

Most fortuitously, you (and a few others like you) have upheld the Republican party, and are upholding the Reagan legacy of getting government off the backs of the American people.

Personally, I wish that you were my Senator, because you are standing up for what is right for America, and not for youself in the way of compromising, or reaching across the aisle.

In the past, you have taken up the cause of the little guy, and proven to be a true patriot, and a true conservative. So basically, all I am requesting is that you never change!

Hence, you will always have have my trust, and long-standing support.

May God always bless you Senator: