Healthcare Change and Social Influence

The video discusses the shift towards more socialized health care in the US, highlighting three conditions necessary for change: leadership, elite support, and a populist ready for change. It also covers three impediments to change: cultural values, expense, and social science inquiry. The video uses examples like Barack Obama and Michael Moore to illustrate these points.

What type of healthcare system does the United States have?

• Public healthcare

• Single-payer system

• Two-tiered system

• Universal healthcare

Which leader is mentioned as having a magnetic style that influenced social change?

• Donald Trump

• Bill Clinton

• George W. Bush

• Barack Obama

Who is noted for creating a documentary that highlighted the need for healthcare change?

• Ken Burns

• Steven Spielberg

• Quentin Tarantino

• Michael Moore

What is the role of elites in social change?

• They have no influence

• They can lobby and influence public opinion

• They are always neutral

• They oppose all changes

What is one cultural value that impedes healthcare reform in the United States?

• Socialism

• Free market system

• Communism

• Collectivism

What is a common belief about paying for healthcare in the U.S.?

• The government should cover all costs

• Everyone should pay for others

• Healthcare should be free

• Individuals should pay for their own healthcare

What is a reason people resist change according to the transcript?

• They love new ideas

• They are indifferent

• They are always open to change

• They prefer routines

Why is the expense considered an impediment to social change?

• It is easy to manage

• It requires minimal funding

• It is very costly

• It is not a concern

What is a potential bias in social science inquiry related to healthcare?

• Researchers are always objective

• Researchers are not involved

• Researchers may develop empathy bias

• Researchers ignore data

What is a financial challenge mentioned in creating a socialized healthcare system?

• It is inexpensive

• It requires no budget

• It costs trillions of dollars

• It is funded by donations