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Robert ONeill 🇺🇸

@rbtoneill.bsky.social

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Down to earth independent guy with a sense of humor. Looking to connect with like-minded people and interesting content. Open to new ideas and points of view as well. Pronouns: Bro/Dude

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Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 8h

I've heard of people going to Mexico for their health care from the United States.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 8h

Info I gained; "Two words: Rick Scott. Over a billion dollars in documented medical care fraud. Hardly an illegal immigrant, hmm? Jesus healed lepers and cripples and didn't ask for fees or papers, now, did He? AND, $40 billion, without Congressional oversight, to Argentina? Puh-leeze!"

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

I do respect it, that doesn't mean I have to agree with it. You're questioning my motives and that's rather disingenuous and rather close-minded to boot but you're entitled to it.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

Copied ......"Two words: Rick Scott. Over a billion dollars in documented medical care fraud. Hardly an illegal immigrant, hmm? Jesus healed lepers and cripples and didn't ask for fees or papers, now, did He? AND, $40 billion, without Congressional oversight, to Argentina? Puh-leeze!"

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

Questioning my motives is rather rich. What do you think my motives are? I genuinely have read three articles alone through this discussion with other people and learned about Rick Scott doing some nefarious crap.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

It's amazing how I'm here for a civil discussion on controversial topics and somehow it degrades into this. I guess you have every right to be angry. Best of luck to you.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

I appreciate and respect your opinion.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

The point is to open up the conversation first and foremost.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 10h

Well, it's true. Sorry if you disagree with my methodology. But that's my motive and so far it works wonderfully. I've learned so much.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 11h

I can only imagine. I was on Medicaid for a couple of years and it was a frustrating experience. Great job BTW

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 11h

Nope, it's not actually. I've received several articles with outstanding insight and info from conversations I've had with people just like you. Currently I'm learning about Rick Scott doing sone shady stuff with Medicaid. For me it's a genuine learning process, take it forward it's worth.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 11h

Ha! Great point! 😆

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 11h

Thanks for the info! You are the second person to mention Rick Scott. Sounds like I have a common thread to research. The very reason I post controversial stuff. I learn so much. Thanks for your input.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 11h

My original post was to open up a conversation with people just like you. I might learn a thing or two just from your input. Thanks so much for having a discussion. I was unaware of about Rick Scott, now I am.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 12h

The same could be said for the pharmaceutical industry as well!

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 12h

Valid point. The very reason I post controversial stuff to open up the conversation. What are your thoughts? You believe there is no fraud in the Medicaid system involving illegal immigrants whatsoever? 🤔

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 12h

Agreed!

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 12h

Ha! So true!

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 12h

Correct, and I don't have enough information to make the case. Interesting divide on the topic with the right claiming illegal immigrants are receiving benefits fraudulently and the left pointing out that there are checks and balances preventing this from occuring. What are your thoughts? 🤔

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 14h

Agreed! That is the wrong way to look at the problem. It should be for the good of everyone, including migrants.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 16h

I agree, medical costs are out of control and out of reach for some of the most vulnerable. Something has to give.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 16h

You're probably right. What are your thoughts on a solution for healthcare for all?

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 16h

Can't argue with that really.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 16h

Of course I think it might vary from state to state. For instance, I live here in California which tends to be immigrant friendly.

Robert ONeill 🇺🇸 @rbtoneill.bsky.social · 16h

Yeah, I really don't know the actual numbers or stats. What you're saying sounds reasonable.