We should all be respectful and decent in our dialogue about health care. Look for the positive solutions, without belittlement or ridicule. All are entitled to their view points and should be cheered to the fact that these views are part of the dialogue and proudly add another factor to the discussion. The more that is explored the better the result.

As an avid international traveler, I realize how lucky we are to have government agencies in our country, with all their hiccups, who make an honest effort in doing their job, and in most instances do it well. The success of our agencies way outnumber any of their failures and outshine by miles those in other countries … so why not health care.

Rick Bodlaender, Kirkland