The Affordable Care Act – also known as “Obama-Care” – has generated considerable political discussion.

The Affordable Care Act – also known as “Obama-Care” – has generated considerable political discussion.

The Affordable Care Act – also known as “Obama-Care” – has generated considerable political discussion. Two distinct philosophies are at work in this discussion. Discuss the philosophies involved in arguments for and against Obama-Care, and provide reasons why the government should or should not provide health care to its citizens. Connect your discussion to the issue of wealth distribution and, more deeply, to the nature of justice. Finally, discuss the financial implications (i.e., who pays for it?). Use Plato and/or Rawls to support your view.