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  • Sunday, August 19, 2007 01:42 PM

    Are they now American citizens?

    An amazing story indeed, but it should be noted that contrary to what Michael Moore may have you believe the Canadian medical system is far from perfect, and this case is a perfect example.

    Due to there being no beds available at Calgary hospitals, the expectant mother had to be airlifted to a Montana hospital, albeit on the government's dime, to give birth.

    Every time I get sick I am thankful I won't have to take out a second mortgage to get better, but we are not without our own problems.

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