Eisenhower's Dynamic Conservatism and Healthcare

This chapter examines Dwight D. Eisenhower's presidency and his approach to health care through dynamic conservatism. It highlights his emphasis on private insurance, the impact of the Red Scare on his policies, and the historical evolution of employer-based health insurance in the 1950s. The discussion also addresses the disparities faced by marginalized groups and culminating moments leading to the establishment of Medicare under Lyndon Johnson.