Just as a matter of public policy, I think the “opt out” idea is pretty stupid.
But from a political perspective, it has some interesting possibilities.
If the public option is a strong one, with reasonable premiums and good coverage, it will be extremely difficult for Republicans to opt out, particularly if it also represents potential savings for the state. It will be grand political theatre as the future Mark Sanfords strike poses for the base while the legislators worry about retribution from the normals. It will make the stimulus debate look civil.
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