"VA's backlog of claims and appeals was more than 905,000 as of July 18, according to VA statistics. That represents an INCREASE of some 15% from last year.

"VA's backlog includes over 732,000 YET UNPROCESSED CLAIMS -- of which about 20% had been PENDING BEYOND 180 days -- and approximately 173,000 appeals awaiting decisions."

VFW Magazine, Sep 2009, page 10.


Furthermore, USPS - bankrupt, Medicare - bankrupt, Medicaid - bankrupt, Social Security - bankrupting.... I can hardly wait until they take over the rest of health care!