Walz: Universal Health Care Key to Democratic Power

0:00It's April 22nd. This is entertainment in celebrity news, AI-powered stories from the world of fame. I'm Cory with the story. Minnesota Governor Tim Walls laid out a bold plan this week. He says the path for Democrats to hold on to the White House starts with universal healthcare. As the party's 2024 Vice Presidential pick, Walls argues that delivering real coverage, especially for rural hospitals, is how you. Lock in lasting power and actually help folks. Walls drop this take on a recent TV show right after launching a new political action committee to boost rural communities. He stressed that winning elections means nothing, without policies that change lives for the better. Public opinion backs the idea to some degree. A recent Pew survey shows 66% of Americans think the government should ensure everyone gets health coverage. But opinions split on the details, with many favoring a mix of private insurers and government help, while most Republicans push back hard against.

1:02Full government run plans. Support seems to be growing among progressives too. Congresswoman Pamela Jaya Powell points out health care costs as America's top worry, and she believes you can't go too far left on fixing it. Democrats might have their shot if they flip Congress in the midterms and grab the presidency again in 2028. Some line, Walls is betting big that universal health care could be the game changer to keep Democrats in charge long term. Turning voter frustration into real staying power.