Health and US Politics - Connections Between Health Care and Voting Patterns
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex relationship between health and politics in the United States through this 58-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the challenges faced by white working-class voters without college education, who are most vulnerable to diseases of despair and more likely to have supported President Trump. Examine the impact of rising healthcare costs, potential changes to the Affordable Care Act, and the political risks associated with healthcare reform. Gain insights from experts Mollyann Brodie, Sue Curry, James Fransham, and moderator Joanne Kenen as they discuss the crucial connections between health outcomes and political affiliations, and why understanding these links is vital for addressing public health concerns and shaping effective policies.
Syllabus
Health and US Politics
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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