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Howard Waitzkin

Seasoned healthcare veteran, professor, and researcher focusing on healthcare policy and the transition from capitalism to post-capitalism. Co-authored the landmark study "Capitalism, Socialism, and the Physical Quality of Life."

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May 23, 2022 • 49min

Socialism v. Capitalism: The Empirical Data w/Howard Waitzkin

Dr. Howard Waitzkin, a seasoned healthcare veteran and researcher known for his work on healthcare policy, dives into his landmark 1986 study comparing quality of life in capitalist and socialist nations. He discusses the study's groundbreaking findings showing socialism often yields better health outcomes. Waitzkin also explores how socialist nations successfully tackled COVID-19 through community mobilization, contrasting this with capitalist responses. Plus, he reflects on misconceptions surrounding socialism and shares insights on the origins of his pivotal research.