> they know how much more expensive it'll be for individuals to negotiate the same rates regardless of how much more they might make directly I think he was re

> they know how much more expensive it'll be for individuals to negotiate the same rates regardless of how much more they might make directly I think he was referring to public health care systems. Dependence on employers for access to healthcare is the opposite of collective bargaining power. Every year, half a million Americans [1] file for bankruptcy due to medical issues. It's a lot easier to quit or switch your job when your family's financial future is not on the line. [1] https://www.cnbc.com/2019/02/11/this-is-the-real-reason-most-americans-file-for-bankruptcy.html https://www.cnbc.com/2019/02/11/this-is-the-real-reason-most...