politics — Perspectives

A Values-Based Argument for Universal Healthcare in the United States

It is unacceptable that the United States, which prides itself on being a global power and proponent of democracy, deprives its citizens of the access to quality, affordable healthcare that all people deserve. Contrary to frequent arguments that national healthcare systems inherently contravene core American values, I argue that a system of universal healthcare must instead be constructed to fully realize these ideals — principally, innovation, quality, and liberty of choice.

Public Health, Health ReformHHPRMarch 22, 2023health insurance, universal health care, health care, america, politics, quality, innovationComment

Health Considerations of the Migrant Buses and Planes

Health is all encompassing; there is so much more to an individual’s health than just the absence of disease. Access to healthcare, education, social services, food security, and living in a supportive environment are all factors—and these have all been disrupted as the migrants are forced from one location to another.

Politics, State/Local Issues, Ethical IssuesHHPRJanuary 29, 2023immigrant rights, migrants, politics, Florida, mexico, immigrationComment