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Introducing Slate Money: The Week of Minor Apocalypses

Behind the Money

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Frustrations of American Healthcare

This chapter explores the societal reactions to the recent assassination of a health insurance CEO, uncovering a deep-seated frustration with the U.S. healthcare system. It examines personal stories of patients dealing with insurance denials and highlights the systemic inefficiencies that lead to medical debt and access issues. The discussion contrasts the American experience with other countries, emphasizing the pervasive challenges within a profit-driven insurance model.

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