Five years ago, while running for governor, Gavin Newsom pledged to transform California’s medical care into a single-payer system similar to those in Canada and Western Europe. DanWalter Cal Matters Opinion Newsom backed the single payment legislation, which had been passed by the state Senate, saying there was no reason to wait. I’m tired of politicians saying they support the single payment but it’s too early, too expensive or someone else’s problem, Newsom said. His position helped solidify support for Newsom among the proposal’s progressive supporters as he dueled with…
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Newsom’s sweeping health care promises to Californians remain elusive
In summary Five years ago, Gavin Newsom pledged to support a single-payer healthcare system, but has since backed down. The universal coverage he now advocates has also become an elusive target. Five years ago, while running for governor, Gavin Newsom pledged to transform California’s medical care into a single-payer system similar to those in Canada and Western Europe. Newsom backed the single payment legislation, which had been passed by the state Senate, saying there was no reason to wait. I’m tired of politicians saying they support the single payment but…
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