Poll Shows Progressives Are Winning America's Healthcare Debate
Summary
A new poll shows 66% of American adults support a national health insurance plan like Medicare for All, up from 53% in 2020. Most Americans want the government to do more to help provide health insurance, with growing support across political parties.Key Facts
- 66% of U.S. adults support a government-run national health plan, often called Medicare for All.
- Support increased significantly since 2020, when it was at 53%.
- 79% of Americans want more government involvement in providing health insurance.
- Support crosses party lines: 94% of Democrats, 82% of independents, and 61% of Republicans favor more government help.
- Medicare for All is more popular with Democrats (84%) and independents (72%) but opposed by 66% of Republicans.
- Healthcare costs are a major reason more people want change in the system.
- Support drops when people hear that Medicare for All might end private insurance, raise taxes, or increase wait times for care.
- The poll surveyed 1,328 adults from September 16-21, 2024.
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