As I write this, there is an intense debate in the United States over whether to include a “public option” in health care reform. While not arguing for or against the merits of a “public option,” the debate provides an excellent illustration of why the process of conflict resolution is easy (surprised by this example given the current debate?). Affordable health care is the most disconcerting problem faced by the citizens all over the world today. The U.S is facing what is termed as a “quiet crisis” with its healthcare problems. Many people are facing financial bankruptcy and ruin due to medical emergencies. According to an article recently posted on Insurancenewsnet.com, by the Associated Press (AP), “Health Negotiators Look At Malpractice Changes,” President Obama has begun to compromise on the need for alternatives to medical malpractice lawsuits. Opponents to changing the malpractice system insist that malpractice reform will have an insignificant impact on lowering the cost of health care. I strongly disagree with this opinion. Tort reform is a major piece of the health reform puzzle and deserves ample attention as we work to achieve a better health care system. Let me set up a situation for you: an event that has cheering, booing and a wide range of emotions such as happiness, anger, sadness and confusion. No, I’m not talking about a movie on television or in your local theaters right now. I’m talking about the people attending the health care town-hall type lectures at various cities across the United States.