Save economy crisis in the US...

As I read the article that listed many plans that will, hopefully, support the American economy on New York Times, the plans that I found most actively supportive can be categorized into two kinds: Alternative Energy and Health Care.

First of all, I think conducting energy efficiency and renewable energy research mandatory is absolutely necessary. We rely too much on oil and it will eventually run out someday in the future. If the U.S. do not start investing in this field, it will be too late when the serious oil shortage problem occurs. Investments now will only increase our future good. It helps to lower the costs of alternative-energy-based products (eg: hybrid cars). Investments in alternative energy can also help prevent future conflicts that oil shortage might cause between different nations. I think what the US government can do at current stage is to replace older vehicles owned by the federal government with hybrid and electric cars. The government can be a role model for US citizens and other nations and lead the trend of "going green".

One of the most convenient things about living in Taiwan is that everyone has health care. Taiwanese citizens only need to pay a little to go to a clinic or a dentist. In contrast, U.S. Health Care system is not so convenient. Patients often have to wait for many days before they can go see a doctor or a dentist. Also, medical fees in the Us.S. are incredibly expensive! Not every citizens can afford the fee to pay for medical treatments. Therefore, investment is Health Care is necessary. The government should help states with Medicaid costs so that cheaper and more convenient medical treatments are available for all the U.S. citizens. The government should also extend qualified individual program so that people can be qualified for medical care more easily.