Jim Hood's Support of Obamacare - the Real Story

Free Lawsuit was 'Too Expensive'

CLAIM: Obamacare Suit was ‘Too Expensive’ for Mississippi Taxpayers

When asked why he refused to join the fight against Obamacare at last week’s Stennis Press Club Forum, Jim Hood stated that the suit was simply too expensive for Mississippi taxpayers. This was Hood’s only justification for not standing up to Obamacare.

“We would not be spending money on lawyers right now if Governor Barbour had not wanted to make a political statement.” – Jim Hood, October 3, 2011

Jim Hood had several opportunities during the forum to provide justifications for his refusal to join the fight against Obamacare – this was the only defense he provided.

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TRUTH: Attorneys Representing Mississippi are Free – Total Cost Less than 2,000 Dollars

Jim Hood’s statements were completely incorrect and he knows it.

After Jim Hood refused to do his job and fight Obamacare, Governor Barbour decided to act. Governor Barbour enlisted Michael Wallace, a highly-qualified Attorney, to represent Mississippi in the lawsuit against Obamacare.

Wallace agreed to represent Mississippi taxpayers – for free.

Governor Barbour said Michael B. Wallace of Wise Carter, Child and Caraway, P.A., will guide Mississippi’s role in the lawsuit, and Mr. Wallace has agreed to provide his expertise at no cost to the state. – Press Release, May 14, 2010

The only cost to be incurred by Mississippi taxpayers will be a fraction of the $50,000 Federal share to be split by the 26 states currently listed on the lawsuit. This will be less than $2,000.

Florida, the lead plaintiff in the case, has reached an agreement with its legal counsel to cap the costs of the litigation at $50,000. Joining in the lawsuit will cost Mississippi a fraction of that amount. – Press Release, May 14, 2010

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SUMMARY:

Obamacare will kill economic-growth, reduce the quality of healthcare, take billions from Medicare funding and force employers to reduce or eliminate health benefits.

Jim Hood had the opportunity to stand up against Obamacare and refused, citing the potential cost of legal action.

After Jim Hood refused, Governor Barbour acted, hiring a private attorney to represent Mississippi taxpayers – for free.

Please watch the following web-video, which clearly show how Jim Hood's misplaced priorities and misleading statements can not cover up his proud support of President Obama's agenda.