How ‘Medicare for All’ Would Work (or Not Work)

Margot Sanger-Katz, health care policy reporter for The New York Times, dives into the complexities of 'Medicare for All'. She discusses its historical roots, tracing attempts at universal healthcare back to the New Deal and Truman, and highlights public sentiment shifting in favor of a more accessible system. The conversation explores the political hurdles such initiatives face and the cultural shifts needed to embrace healthcare as a right. Key challenges, including recent budget cuts and political scandals, underscore the urgency of this vital issue.