Summary
Americans’ dissatisfaction with the U.S. health care system has reached new highs, with majorities deeming it “poor” and accusing private insurers of lack of transparency, denied claims, and unaffordable costs.
This outrage was starkly evident in public reactions to the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, where social media erupted in mockery and shared horror stories of insurers’ practices.
The incident highlights deep, bipartisan resentment of the profit-driven system.
Critics argue this public anger debunks claims that Americans “love” private insurance, presenting a missed political opportunity for Medicare for All advocates.
I feel like it won’t. With how the rich control most things, having a two-tiered system just means public healthcare will be eventually neglected because there is “better” option. If you have a single payer system, the rich and powerful are forced to use it, therefore have the incentive to make it good.