You’ve heard the old saying, laughter is the best medicine. Well it truly is. Starting this week, we will feature a work of political satire hoping in the process, to provoke and entertain you. In today’s, piece by Beeler I’m curious to know: in its current state, is the health care system as good for us as a Big Mac? Leave me comment and let me know.
Humpday Humor
March 4, 2009 by the Health Advocate
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