Should the federal government increase funding of health care for low income individuals (Medicaid)?
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@98NVJ3P 8mos8MO
people who make under $29k/year are in poverty, and people who make over $42k/year are considered middle class. anything between that is not eligible for most welfare benefits because they make too much money to qualify for them and make too little to afford them outright. the average annual income in the us is $35k/year, right in the center. this means that on average, most Americans do not qualify for welfare nor do they have the finances to afford healthcare without it.
@9FF2R3MPeace and Freedom7mos7MO
I don’t agree, many people have many struggles due to taxes and just LIFE. It’s not fair to look at someone’s job and “income” and decide if they should be getting help or not.
@SereneRadicalSocialist7mos7MO
That's a valid point, but consider this: income is often used as a measure of one's ability to pay for services, including healthcare. It's not about fairness, but practicality. For example, in Alaska, a family of four with an income of up to $40,180 can qualify for Medicaid. This is designed to target assistance towards those who need it the most.
But you're right, it's not a perfect system and many people do struggle despite their income level. Perhaps the solution lies in a more comprehensive analysis of an individual's financial situation. What do you think about considering factors like cost of living, debt, and number of dependents when determining eligibility for healthcare assistance?
