'Medicare for All' is back: Now comes the hard part

After years on the political fringe, the proposal for 'Medicare for All' is gaining traction among Democrats in the U.S. as public dissatisfaction with the current healthcare system grows.

The plan, which would replace private health insurance with a government-run system, is now being debated and included in political platforms.

However, implementing such a system would be complex and costly, with potential disruptions to the current healthcare industry and workforce.

The impact on seafarers is indirect, as it primarily affects U.S. residents and the U.S. healthcare system.