Daniel Sturbeliak

Daniel Sturbeliak, a contributor to the Mises Institute, delves into the flawed premise of the film Elysium, arguing that wealth alone won’t ensure medical care for the poor. He discusses the impracticality of universal free access to treatments and the negative impact of heavy taxation on innovation. Sturbeliak highlights how wealthy consumers drive medical advancements and shares historical examples of luxury innovations becoming widely accessible. He ultimately posits that barriers to innovation, not just wealth, hinder universal health solutions.