If repealed, many enrollees in the program could see their prescription costs increase by hundreds of dollars annually. Other Democrats have urged the country to go further in lowering health care costs, not just for seniors, but for every American. The U.S. spends almost twice per person on health care compared to other wealthy nations and our outcomes are often worse. “We are sick and tired of our health care system putting profits before people,” Omar and Gilbert said. If you can support Truthout with a one-time or monthly donation, you will make a significant impact on our work.