Andrew Yang 2020

[KingVamp]

That, and I don't believe in Socialism.

I'm going go back, but I want to tackle this first. I knew this was going to come up. Social democracy or even the "Nordic model" probably fits his policies more than socialism does, but let me ask you, how do you feel about public services and our certain welfare services?

 

[TotalInsanity4]

No problems there, but I have adhd, do you know how much of a pain it is to get your meds/how people are not diagnosed because they are afraid they will be looked at as addicts looking for a fix?

I think that that's rather an issue with perceptions of judgment from doctors and/or public perception than it is an issue with the system

 

[Ericthegreat]

I think that that's rather an issue with perceptions of judgment from doctors and/or public perception than it is an issue with the system

That is true to an extent. I am okay because where I live, but lets say i wanted to try a different medication, some states prohibit even switching your meds if you wernt on them since you were a child, since you must be asking for a different med to abuse it, even if it is weaker in strength, less chance of addiction, and just a newer/better med overall.

 

[JellyPerson]

#BenShapiro2020

 

[TotalInsanity4]

That is true to an extent. I am okay because where I live, but lets say i wanted to try a different medication, some states prohibit even switching your meds if you wernt on them since you were a child, since you must be asking for a different med to abuse it, even if it is weaker in strength, less chance of addiction, and just a newer/better med overall.

Oo, I guess I don't know much about that. I'm in Iowa, which is unfortunately like... the 3rd worst state for mental health treatment?... But at least our drug protocol is relatively open, so long as you have a prescription

 

[KingVamp]

I'm sorry? But that's literally how health insurance stays cheap for people that have actual disabilities that are otherwise the minority. Single-payer is the best way to insure people with edge-case medical issues at an incredibly minor price increase to the rest of the population, and I wish that congress would have let the Democrats fully transition over and commit that that rather than adding in a bunch of compromises that poke holes in the efficacy of the system

And no one is even talking about taking Private Healthcare away. So, if you want it or need it, you can get it. That is, if you have the money to do so.

 

[Tigran]

Oo, I guess I don't know much about that. I'm in Iowa, which is unfortunately like... the 3rd worst state for mental health treatment?... But at least our drug protocol is relatively open, so long as you have a prescription

I'm in georgia... the fact that I'm on mental meds is like a death sentence if the average person knew it.

 

[KingVamp]

No problems there, but I have adhd, do you know how much of a pain it is to get your meds/how people are not diagnosed because they are afraid they will be looked at as addicts looking for a fix?

No, but I jumped the gun anyway. The part he is talking is specifically about opioids. Doesn't talk about general regulations.

In theory, the FDA does a lot of good in making sure prescription and OTC drugs aren't hurting people. Hell, I'm all for regulating an industry that consistently abuses the free market. In this case more regulation hurts the consumer more than the companies. Drugs become prohibitively expensive to recoup the cost of complying with excessive regulation. Not to mention the DEA's meddling with opioids has made them increasingly difficult to get for people who need them, and having little to no effect on the addicts and black market dealers besides higher street prices. It also led to the abuse and importation of fentanyl. Unless his plan to end the opioid crisis is to make the safer alternatives more readily available and end the fentanyl scourge, I'll urge everyone I know not to vote for him.

He is trying to reduce abuse, not get rid of the drugs and even encourage companies to find a nonaddictive drug. So, what's the alternative? Just let people keep overdosing without trying to do anything?

And he is clearly not anti- all drugs considering he is for legalize marijuana despite his own feelings about it.

 

[Kioku]

No, but I jumped the gun anyway. The part he is talking is specifically Opioids. Doesn't talk about general regulations.


He is trying to reduce abuse, not get rid of the drugs and even encourage companies to find a nonaddictive drug. So, what's the alternative? Just let people keep overdosing without trying to do anything?

And he is clearly not anti- all drugs considering he is for legalize marijuana despite his own feelings about it.

One of those "too good to be true" things going on with this guy. Legitimately, I agree with so many of his views and campaign promises. Oh well.. Treat him like a politician. :<

 

[TotalInsanity4]

One of those "too good to be true" things going on with this guy. Legitimately, I agree with so many of his views and campaign promises. Oh well.. Treat him like a politician. :<

He's like Bernie 2.0 but young and with-it

Which of course means that the DNC will shun him and ensure that he gets no significant endorsements

 

[Ericthegreat]

No, but I jumped the gun anyway. The part he is talking is specifically about opioids. Doesn't talk about general regulations.


He is trying to reduce abuse, not get rid of the drugs and even encourage companies to find a nonaddictive drug. So, what's the alternative? Just let people keep overdosing without trying to do anything?

And he is clearly not anti- all drugs considering he is for legalize marijuana despite his own feelings about it.

Problem is they go for opioids (I had a friend die a few years ago from oxy), but then they go harder on amphetamines too, which is good, but then it makes some legislators think all people using amphetamines are addicts....

 

[KingVamp]

There is a lot but here are a few from the top of the list.
UBI

The Freedom Dividend (UBI....again?)

Yeah, Idk why he keeps switching back and forth, but it is the same thing.

Gun Control and the Second Amendment....he is gun grabber color me surprised.

Everything else aside, how can you look at this past year and not think we need at least some regulations?

Brief

Just as we require people to pass a test to drive a car, we should require people to pass a test to own a gun. Responsible gun owners should enjoy the right to bear arms, subject to licensing and education requirements.

Those who are flagged as dangerously mentally ill, have been convicted of violent crimes, are under 21, or have a history of spousal abuse should not be able to own weapons.

Additionally, we need to restrict the ownership of military-style, semi-automatic weapons that can incur mass casualties.

So no. Unless you have no business owning a gun in the first place, he isn't trying to grab your guns.

Problem is they go for opioids (I had a friend die a few years ago from oxy), but then they go harder on amphetamines too, which is good, but then it makes some legislators think all people using amphetamines are addicts....

Sounds like we need some destigmatization policies, but like what was said, this doesn't seem to be directly tied to regulations.

 

[TotalInsanity4]

Yeah, Idk why he keeps switching back and forth, but it is the same thing.


Everything else aside, how can you look at this past year and not think we need at least some regulations?

So no. Unless you have no business owning a gun in the first place, he isn't trying to grab your guns.


Sounds like we need some destigmatization policies, but like what was said, this doesn't seem to be directly tied to regulations.

I ABSOLUTELY agree with his stance on gun regulation. This is scary, he literally is my perfect candidate, view-wise

 

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[JellyPerson]

Why can’t we get money from the rich too? And from corporations? If he’s going to take it from the people who owe it, he better not be looking to take money from debt-ridden college students, families trying to pay their rent, ect. It better be on a case by case basis, or this would just be cruel, and what insurance companies and such are already doing

Socialism is a failed idea.

 

[Tigran]

Why can’t we get money from the rich too? And from corporations? If he’s going to take it from the people who owe it, he better not be looking to take money from debt-ridden college students, families trying to pay their rent, ect. It better be on a case by case basis, or this would just be cruel, and what insurance companies and such are already doing

Because if we take money from the Rich it's "Socialism" or "Communism"! But if we take money from the poor who can't even afford to stay alive... well that's just good old Christian USA!

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Socialism is a failed idea.

Except it's not.. There are plenty of functional socialist countries out there.

 

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[Tigran]

Ok one second, back up, I may have misread someone. I’m not sure whether this Andrew Yang person is paying for Universal Income using the money that the rich and corporations got in tax breaks,

Or if he’s after people that owe money.

I'm not sure either.. I will be researching more on him later. In your comment I was just trying to respond with some sarcastic snark.

 

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I'm not sure either.. I will be researching more on him later. In your comment I was just trying to respond with some sarcastic snark.

Got it, thanks XD

 

[KingVamp]

Medicare for all

It isn't the companies job to work around your life.

Do you feel the same about healthcare? Medicare for all would reduce the need for businesses to do so. Not to mention, be more efficient.

Why can’t we get money from the rich too? And from corporations?

That's exactly what the VAT does. The stronger your business is, the more you have to pay, but everyone benefits overall.