Little lasts for long in the world of politics. Popular politicians grow obscure, national movements wither (Occupy, anyone?), and broad coalitions splinter. One remarkable exception to that general rule, however, is the coalition to repeal and replace ObamaCare. Despite multiple years passing since President Barack Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act into law, the “full repeal” coalition has actually gathered steam.

By now, we've watched the first Presidential Debate on October 3; we've read and watched the post-game analysis; we've digested what we saw and how it was analyzed. It was universally hailed by the punditocracy, both on the right and the left, as a significant victory for Romney.

In the process of winning last night's presidential debate, Governor Romney clarified where he stands on the ObamaCare under-26 mandate. 

Democracy and Power 114:  The Power PlayersWho actually controls the force of government?   Politicians and interest groups truly control the American political process.  Special interest groups – such as big business,  big unions, education, seniors, and a multitude of others - seek favors, tax breaks, subsidies, exclusive legislation, etc.  Interest groups give enormous money to political campaigns and receive gigantic benefits in return.

Democracy and Power 108: ObfuscationPoliticians know their constituents are generally inattentive to their political actions.  Thus, a politician’s speech is seldom precise or logically reasoned.  Seeking a favorable image, politicians talk in generalities, exaggerations and obfuscation.

Let’s take a closer look at how interstate insurance sales would impact another important element of consumer-driven health care reform: true insurance. If you’ve forgotten, true insurance is individual insurance. Most people receive their health insurance as the result of a group insurance plan provided by their employer.