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This thread is discussing Trump's comments that joining the States would result in better health care for Canadians. Posting in a thread discussing this topic with a comment that does nothing but talk about the perceived failings of the Canadian health care system is implying that the American system is better because of the context in which the statements were made.
If you are "not talking about the US at all," then what are you talking about? That's the conversation: Canadian vs US health care.
My only point was in response to OP saying about Canada "I like our system", and I was just pointing out that not everyone does, because there can be very long waiting periods and/or the care received may not be what you wanted.
And American can also have the same long wait times.
The main difference is Canada's healthcare is paid through taxation, as it should be in every nation. Nobody should be avoiding seeing a Dr when they need to because it's too expensive.
Canada has its failings, and our systems are not perfect, but it's a hell of a lot better than America's.
Yes I agree with your points.
In context, that is compared to the U.S. healthcare system. I also don't mind waiting and having my taxes cover my health, instead of paying exorbitant prices in the states just for healthcare.