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    Peggy Mace
    Most of the U.S.
    Medicare started as health insurance for seniors who had paid into it over the years through their Social Security taxes. A few other groups have been added, including those who have been disabled 2+ years, those with end stage renal disease, and ALS. But the purpose of Medicare has never been for the poor; that is Medicaid. Medicare was started with the purpose of helping the elderly with their health care needs.
    Answered on August 28, 2013
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