Dean opposes a government-run health care scheme that places personal health care choices in the hands of bureaucrats instead of in the hands of individuals and their doctors. A government system would lead to fewer choices for individuals, the rationing of medical care and higher taxes.
Dean believes the primary objective for health care reform should be to provide affordable health insurance for all Americans that provide more choices, better access and higher quality care.
Congress should work to curb frivolous lawsuits and runaway jury rewards that only serve to fatten the pockets of trial lawyers.