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Brigham Buhler: UnitedHealthcare CEO Assassination, & the Mass Monetization of Chronic Illness

Dec 30, 2024
Brigham Buhler, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, dives into the troubling dynamics of the American healthcare system driven by profit. He discusses how insurance companies thrive in an over-medicated society that keeps chronic illness at bay for financial gain. Buhler highlights the chilling opioid crisis and the failure to prioritize effective, preventive care over profit motives. He critiques the intertwining of pharmaceutical interests with health insurance, calling for urgent changes that put patient care back at the forefront.
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  • The healthcare system's profit-driven motives prioritize financial returns over patient well-being, perpetuating chronic disease and inadequate care.
  • Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) contribute to inflated drug prices, siphoning profits at the expense of patient access and affordability.

Deep dives

Public Support for Violence Against Insurance Executives

The recent murder of a health insurance CEO on the streets of New York has sparked a surprising reaction among the public, particularly among younger individuals, with 41% expressing support for such violence. This troubling statistic highlights a deeper societal issue, reflecting a significant level of latent hostility towards insurance companies. The anger seems to stem from widespread dissatisfaction with the healthcare system and a growing perception that these companies are profiting from human suffering. This mindset suggests a broader crisis in values, combining despair and frustration with unresolved grievances towards an industry that many feel has caused them personal or familial adversity.

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