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@pluralistic When i read your story i also kind of felt at a loss for explanation on why this kind of violent action wasnt more common, or extant at all, and then i also found myself wondering at the private health insurance companies at work using these same methods in canada. Any canadian reading this should walk back any smug or secure feeling theyve felt in the past week and go look up the public record of lobbyists at their provincial legislature. A huge proportion is healthcare based. They are fighting tooth and nail to get the profits that this kind of bloodthirsty approach brings. I also guarantee you know someone whos been exploited by a health insurance company. For my friends, i am that person. When canada life found out that i could walk SOMEtimes, they immediately cancelled all support, and the reps words were, direct quote: "There is no such thing as being able to work sometmes." where they equated some walking with full time work as a welder.

They are taking any money saved from denying benefits and funnelling it directly into breaking down any protection we have against their exploitation. Its a worthwhile investment for them if in the end they get to inflict some suffering and death to get millions in profit.