Armchair analysis aside, the survey also revealed an incredible level of ignorance about the court case among the masses (click Figure 1 below to enlarge):

Nearly half didn’t know a thing about the case, had never heard of it; 28 percent said it rang a bell; and the remaining 27 percent could speak with at least some clarity about the case.

Two-thirds of those who were told the case could end subsidies said Congress ought to fix it if that happens. Predictably, Democrats and Indies were the strongest supporters, with 49 percent of Republicans opposed to a fix, 38 percent supportive of one, and the rest just didn’t give a rip.

Moving on to the prescription drug portion of the report, three-quarters of those who take such medication say “it is easy to afford” it. About a quarter with a prescription in hand haven’t filled it because of the cost.

Despite the overwhelming response indicating folks can easily pay for their drugs, the public is still outraged at the cost, when asked if they are (click Figure 2 below to enlarge):

More than seven in 10 said they thought drug costs were “unreasonable,” and three-quarters of those blamed greedy drug companies that, they alleged, are artificially boosting prices. Only 10 percent blamed greedy insurance companies.