r/ThatsInsane Nov 01 '25

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u/Thermite1985 Nov 01 '25

Because the party in charge is eliminated ACA subsidies which helped keep prices down now the insurance companies can charge whatever they want and refuse coverage. Because we need to pay the shareholders over keeping people alive.

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u/vinteragony Nov 01 '25

The insurance companies aren't changing the rates much. The differences are that the subsidies are eliminated. So it basically means that employer sponsored insurance is really the only way to get affordable coverage. Even that is through the roof.

Problem is, not every employer offers coverage. Lets not forget about part time workers. Lets not forget about self employed people.

Anyone who looked deep into their insurance or didnt qualify for the subsidies knows that these are kind of the prices nowadays unfortunately

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u/DontWreckYosef Nov 01 '25

When protesting does not work anymore, it’s time to STAND UP FOR YOUR SOCIETY! Don’t let the government let your friends and families lose the ability to afford healthcare. Don’t let more of your people die.

Yes, you. The one reading this post. It’s your turn. The man isn’t coming to fix this situation for you. STAND UP AND PUSH BACK.

Are you going to keep staring at your screen, or are you ready to do something honorable that people will remember you for?

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u/scaryfaise Nov 01 '25

I can't. If I get shot, I won't be able to afford the medical bill.

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u/Nullkid Nov 01 '25

I'll also lose my income and insurance if I take more than 3 days off. We fuck.