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Although Barack Obama's community organizing past was the object of derision at the Republican convention, it's easy to make the argument that it was this very experience that enabled him to build such an effective political machine, especially online. I think giving his supporters such an unprecedented ability to make themselves heard led to a lot of the enthusiasm for Obama. And now that he's the President-elect, the Obama team is in the process of transitioning that online strength into an effective component of his governing operation.

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What's the main thing we have to fear with regard to health care coverage for the elderly?

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Reduce benefits to a level we can sustain

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What's the main thing we have to fear with regard to health care coverage for the elderly?

ANSWER

We have a responsibility to future generations as well as current retirees. For that reason, we have to adjust Medicare benefits and eligibility criteria so benefits can be sustained. If current trends continue, we'll be forced to cut back other essential government programs to afford the soaring cost of health care for retirees.

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