The Fallout From UnitedHealthcare CEO Assassination

Richard Wolff on The Socialist Program

The Socialist program welcomes Professor Richard Wolf to discuss the outrage and social media response following the assassination of United Health Care CEO, Brian Thompson. The interview delves into the profit-driven nature of health insurance corporations and the detrimental impact on individuals' health care coverage, as well as the systemic issues within the health care system in the United States. It highlights the concept of class struggle and the ruling class's fear of potential mass uprisings, drawing parallels to historical revolutions. The conversation emphasizes the need for social change and a shift towards a system that prioritizes universal access to healthcare over profit motives. The interview concludes by urging listeners to engage in activism and strive for a more equitable and just society.