Opinion: It's Finally Time for Universal Healthcare in America
America remains the only developed nation without universal healthcare coverage. The economic and moral case has never been stronger. Political obstacles are real but not insurmountable if we demand change.
By James Chen - Technology Correspondent
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Universal healthcare advocacy
The American Anomaly
We spend twice as much per capita as other developed nations yet achieve worse outcomes. Medical bankruptcy remains a uniquely American phenomenon. This is a policy choice, not an inevitability.
Economic Benefits
Universal coverage would actually reduce total healthcare spending while improving outcomes. Administrative savings alone could fund expanded coverage. Businesses would benefit from predictable costs.
The Path Forward
Multiple pathways exist—Medicare for All, public option, regulated multi-payer. What matters is universal coverage and cost control. Political will is the only missing ingredient.