Summary
The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has reignited debates over the U.S. healthcare system, with Americans sharing stories of denial, delays, and exorbitant costs despite having insurance.
Many report fighting insurers for coverage of essential treatments, facing hidden costs, and taking drastic steps like career changes to secure health insurance.
Critics blame corporate greed for worsening access and affordability, while others note the system’s complexity discourages seeking care.
Though some find employer-provided plans satisfactory, the overall system is described as profit-driven and increasingly inaccessible, leaving many financially strained or avoiding medical help altogether.
And yours is that it was flattering to Bernie (or anyone else) to claim they “scream” about [vague concept]?
See, that’s what I’m saying - you assign a negative connotation to “scream”. Why do you think that is?
Because not only have I seen that used by conservatives trying to discredit Bernie, I’ve seen it used by everyone to discredit anyone they disagree with. It seems like you’re saying connotations are an individual problem that billions of us need to just get over. I don’t agree, they are a standard part of human communication that need to be considered.