Summary
A new NORC poll reveals that most Americans blame both health insurance profits and coverage denials alongside the shooter for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
While 8 in 10 say the shooter holds the most responsibility, 7 in 10 also attribute blame to insurer practices, reflecting widespread frustration with the U.S. healthcare system.
Younger Americans especially view the incident as stemming from systemic issues, such as wealth inequality and denial tactics.
The poll highlights ongoing public dissatisfaction with insurers and the challenges many face in obtaining coverage.
I appreciate the irony of the article thumbnail being a sign that says Mangione is innocent until proven guilty, while the article implies he’s the shooter several times.
(It’s kind of a fascinating study in the weaselly way that one can imply something without legal liability, if I’m honest.)
I’m not saying he’s not the shooter, but it’s very questionable how every media outlet seemingly forgot the word “alleged” exists. I can’t imagine any jury would be capable of giving him a fair trial.
He’s gonna be able to fund a single payer program for the whole nation with the money he’ll get from the defamation suit when he walks.