Reid's Response

Exercising my right as a U.S. citizen and attempting to participate in the democratic process I wrote to Senator Reid expressin my opinion of the healthcare legislation, which was to vote against it. This is his response:

Dear Mrs. Olson:

Thank you for contacting me to express your concerns about health care reform. Please be assured that I have noted each of your concerns and that I will remain mindful of your views.

In America today, concerns about our health care system have been rightly brought to the forefront of the national consciousness. Many of us are familiar with the reports of 47 million uninsured Americans, escalating prescription drug prices, and declining health insurance benefits. Unfortunately, for too many across Nevada and the country, these facts and statistics are not anonymous findings removed from daily life. As a fellow Nevadan, and as the Senate Majority Leader, I know that millions like you are struggling with the reality of America's health care crisis.

Amid our health care crisis, however, I believe there are opportunities for members of Congress, the President and his Administration, the private sector, and other stakeholders to work together for the benefit of the American people. It is my hope that the solutions we develop and enact will ensure quality, affordable health care coverage for all Americans, regardless of their age, income, employment, or health status. Those fortunate enough to have adequate coverage, I am also mindful of minimizing disruptions of the care they are already receiving.

As Nevada's senior senator and the Senate Majority Leader, it is my job to do what is in the best interest of our state and work on behalf of the people of Nevada. Please be assured that I take these responsibilities very seriously, and I will continue to do everything I can to make Nevada an even better place to live and afford good, quality health care.

Again, thank you for taking the time to share your concerns with me, and I look forward to hearing from you in the future.
My best wishes to you.

Sincerely,
A
HARRY REID
United States Senator
Nevada

I found this to be a very pleasant but neutral response. Considering his approval ratings are in the low thirties, he is certainly trying to keep all options open. But my question to him is, "What are you going to do Senator Reid ? Exactly what is it you think is best for Nevadans?"