Americans Want Healthcare, White House Delivers More Wars
The Hill reports healthcare is a top priority for Americans in 2026. This isn't news to anyone navigating medical bankruptcies or skyrocketing prescription costs. What The Hill's poll doesn't mention is how our government consistently prioritizes military aid and foreign interests over domestic suffering. For example, in 2023 alone, the U.S. sent over $3.8 billion in military aid to Israel, with
calls for billions more, often championed by politicians who receive significant contributions from groups like AIPAC. While Americans grapple with out-of-pocket medical expenses, elected officials like Senator John Fetterman, who received $100,000 from AIPAC in 2023 (OpenSecrets.org), are vocal proponents of increased aid packages. One might wonder if the concern for constituent health is simply
less profitable than an endless stream of conflict. Perhaps a poll on how many Americans would trade another $14 billion in foreign military aid for universal dental care or mental health services would really shake things up. But then, who would fund that poll?