"EPA estimates that about 850 billion gallons of untreated wastewater and storm water are released as CSO (Combined Sewer Overflow) each year in the United States"
I think what's missing is a combo approach to health care: a minimum but universal coverage, plus a private insurance (with more coverage and better service) to those who can afford it.
The universal coverage *is* socialized medicine - and the service will not be up to par, but it's better than *no* coverage.
Sid, consider this an invite to be an author on Neatorama. Unfortunately, the email I have for you never seem to reach you.
... and missing from the video: lolcats!
"EPA estimates that about 850 billion gallons of untreated wastewater and storm water are released as CSO (Combined Sewer Overflow) each year in the United States"
Source: Link [pdf].
So, the video is right (860 billion, 850 billion - close enough!) on at least one of its points.
The universal coverage *is* socialized medicine - and the service will not be up to par, but it's better than *no* coverage.
Sid, consider this an invite to be an author on Neatorama. Unfortunately, the email I have for you never seem to reach you.
A "straight invite" from Alex. ;)