I want to know how many Republicans have partaken in the socialized medical services provided on the Hill.
Formally called the Office of the Attending Physician, the clinic — and at least six satellite offices — bills its mission as one of emergency preparedness and public health. Each day, it stands ready to handle medical emergencies, biological attacks and the occasional fainting tourist visiting Capitol Hill.
Officially, the office acknowledges these types of services, including providing physicals to Capitol police officers and offering flu shots to congressional staffers. But what is rarely discussed outside the halls of Congress is the office’s other role — providing a wealth of primary care medical services to senators, representatives and Supreme Court justices.
This is socialized medicine. And I want to know how many Republicans and Blue Dogs have indulged in this free, government-run healthcare.
I think I'll make some calls.