In the U.S., health care costs continue to rise, insurance is more difficult to obtain and millions lack access to care entirely. As a result, some House Democrats want to implement a single-payer, universal coverage system in which all costs are paid by the federal government. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., talks to Amna Nawaz about the benefits of expanding Medicare for all Americans.
Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app:
Find more from PBS NewsHour at
Subscribe to our YouTube channel:
Follow us:
Facebook:
Twitter:
Instagram:
Snapchat: @pbsnews
Subscribe:
PBS NewsHour podcasts:
Newsletters:
Why these House Democrats think Medicare for All is the best path for U.S. health care
