Politico December 22, 2025
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A RENEWED PUSH — Progressive Democrats are uniting behind a rallying cry ahead of next year’s Senate midterm primaries: They’re promoting Medicare for All — government-funded health coverage for every American — as a policy solution, POLITICO’s Lisa Kashinsky and Elena Schneider report.
In Maine, candidate Graham Platner said he’s making Medicare for All a “core part” of his platform in his senatorial race against Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, the establishment pick who’s called for a universal health care program. In Illinois, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Robin Kelly are each championing the concept — and calling out their senatorial rival, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, for not fully embracing it.
It’s become a flash point in the...
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