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Advocates Push for Medicare Expansion Amid Rising Costs
11/11/2025
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Story summary
- The U.S. health care system remains complex and costly, with families averaging $27,000 annually for insurance.
- The average cost to employers is projected to exceed $17,000 per employee by 2026.
- Amid a government shutdown over tax credits, advocates call for a national health insurance program expanding Medicare to cover everyone.
- Comparatively, the United Kingdom's system shows that employee and employer contributions can be manageable.
