Number Of Uninsured Americans Rises For First Time Since 2009

In 2018, the number of uninsured Americans rose for the first time in nearly a decade, with 27.5 million people lacking health insurance. This increase coincided with a plateau in median household income, despite previous steady growth. However, there were positive economic signs, such as a decrease in the poverty rate and an increase in full-time workers. Despite these improvements, the number of people with private health insurance remained unchanged. These economic trends have significant political implications, particularly concerning the Affordable Care Act, as debates continue between Republicans and Democrats.

What significant change occurred in the health insurance landscape in 2018?

• A decline in public health insurance coverage

• A rise in private health insurance coverage

• An increase in the number of uninsured people

• A decrease in the number of uninsured people

What was the trend in median household income in 2018?

• It decreased significantly

• It remained flat

• It increased significantly

• It fluctuated throughout the year

Which economic indicator showed improvement for the fourth consecutive year?

• Interest rate

• Unemployment rate

• Poverty rate

• Inflation rate

According to Elise Gould, what is the status of most families' economic recovery?

• They have fully recovered

• They have barely made up for past losses

• They are worse off than before

• They are thriving economically

What political event could be influenced by the economic and health insurance trends discussed?

• The 2024 presidential elections

• The 2022 congressional elections

• The 2020 presidential elections

• The 2018 midterm elections