The U.S. health care system is unique when compared to other industrialized countries. The United States does not have a uniform health system and has no universal health care coverage. Over the years, policy makers continue to debate whether Congress should enact a single-payer health care system or create a system based on personal choice and market competition. What does “universal health care” mean and what is needed to achieve it? Cite your sources and reply to at least one other student’s or the Professor’s post.

Part 2

Please discuss the origins of the Affordable Care Act policy development. What is the noted benefit distinguishing policy factors that differ from a universal health care system? Cite your sources and reply to at least one other student’s or the Professor’s post.