QUOTE (Y2HH @ Jun 22, 2009 -> 02:00 PM)
I wouldn't call it "discretionary", as having that health insurance was a priority. I would have loved to have had that extra 100+ per month in my pocket, but I went without it so I could have the insurance.
I would have paid 300$ for it, and found a way to make do without that 300$ if that's what it took.
The issue is, a lot of people CAN afford health insurance, but since they aren't "forced" to get it they don't bother trying -- nor will they do without that extra 200$, even if they could, they choose not too.
Well point is that just because you can do something doesn't mean everyone can. People have different circumstances and you shouldn't assume that since it was somewhat easy for you to get that it would be just as easy for anyone else.