Healthcare Reform and Policy History

The video explores the history of healthcare reform in the U.S., starting with Theodore Roosevelt's initial call for change. It highlights the efforts of various presidents and the significant role of Senator Edward Kennedy in advocating for universal healthcare. The discussion emphasizes healthcare as a fundamental right and addresses current challenges, such as rising costs and insurance industry issues. The video concludes with a motivational call to action, inspired by Kennedy's legacy, to ensure healthcare access for all Americans.

Which president first proposed a National Health Plan in the United States?

• Franklin Roosevelt

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Harry Truman

• John F. Kennedy

Which president attempted to include national health insurance in the Social Security plan of 1935?

• John F. Kennedy

• Theodore Roosevelt

• Franklin Roosevelt

• Harry Truman

What was a major obstacle faced by Harry Truman's plan for universal coverage?

• Lack of public interest

• Opposition scare tactics

• Technological limitations

• Insufficient funding

What significant healthcare program was created in 1965?

• Medicaid

• Affordable Care Act

• Social Security

• Medicare

What did Medicare prove about the government's role in healthcare?

• It could not deliver reform

• It could deliver real reform

• It was too costly

• It was unnecessary

Who was a key advocate for healthcare reform, viewing it as a civil rights issue?

• Richard Nixon

• Barack Obama

• Edward Kennedy

• Lyndon Johnson

What did Senator Kennedy believe should not define people's opportunities in life?

• Their location

• Their education

• Their wealth

• Their health

What is one of the main reasons the current healthcare system is considered unsustainable?

• Limited hospital facilities

• Rising healthcare costs

• Lack of medical professionals

• Insufficient technology

What percentage of Americans is the proposed healthcare bill expected to cover?

• 75%

• 85%

• 100%

• 98%

What is one of the goals of the proposed healthcare bill?

• Increase healthcare costs

• Reduce the deficit

• Privatize healthcare

• Limit coverage