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Ah, technically, it's not free. The system is funded by the taxes we pay. And, it's not subsidized. This type of system provides health care to everyone.

There will always be people who seem to abuse their health and make different choices towards taking care of themselves than we might, that doesn't make them any less needing of health care or any other privilege.

You are always going to have people who abuse themselves and abuse the system. But I think we do a grave injustice to our society by lumping everyone into the same category.

There are charities that service the poor, there are food stamp programs and places where people can get food and clothing for their families if they can't afford to purchase them. Surely you're not suggesting that these people be denied these things because they haven't earned them or paid for them.

And, btw, if you ever found yourself in a job without an insurance plan, or without the income to pay for a doctor's visit, this system would provide care for you, too.