Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A new report reveals that the high cost of U.S. healthcare is forcing Americans to delay or abandon medical care, take on medical debt, and ration prescription medications. Jimmy and Americans’ Comedian Kurt Metzger cite claims that 92% of adults have delayed or skipped care because of costs, while healthcare spending and projected costs continue to rise despite government efforts to lower prices.
The commentary contrasts the enormous amount spent on healthcare and military operations with the country’s medical-debt crisis, portraying the situation as evidence of a fundamentally broken healthcare system. The two conclude by criticizing the U.S. healthcare model and broader Western economic priorities, arguing that resources are being directed toward war and corporate profits rather than affordable healthcare.
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A new report reveals that the high cost of U.S. healthcare is forcing Americans to delay or abandon medical care, take on medical debt, and ration prescription medications. Jimmy and Americans’ Comedian Kurt Metzger cite claims that 92% of adults have delayed or skipped care because of costs, while healthcare spending and projected costs continue to rise despite government efforts to lower prices.
The commentary contrasts the enormous amount spent on healthcare and military operations with the country’s medical-debt crisis, portraying the situation as evidence of a fundamentally broken healthcare system. The two conclude by criticizing the U.S. healthcare model and broader Western economic priorities, arguing that resources are being directed toward war and corporate profits rather than affordable healthcare.
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#TheJimmyDoreShow is a hilarious and irreverent take on news, politics and culture featuring Jimmy Dore, a professional stand up comedian, author and podcaster. The show is also broadcast on Pacifica Radio Network stations throughout the country.
