The 2024 election is quickly approaching, and the impact on U.S. health care and global nuclear policies is a crucial issue that voters need to consider. The candidates, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, have starkly different views on reproductive rights and health care.
Donald Trump has made significant changes to abortion access by appointing Supreme Court justices that led to abortion bans or restrictions in many states. He aims to return abortion decisions to the states and has expressed support for enforcing the Comstock Act to ban abortion-related materials. On the other hand, Kamala Harris has been a strong advocate for reproductive rights, including abortion. The Biden-Harris administration has taken steps to protect abortion access and expand coverage for reproductive health care.
In terms of affordable health care, both candidates have proposed solutions. Harris played a key role in passing the Inflation Reduction Act, which limits drug price increases under Medicare and caps monthly costs for essential drugs like insulin. Trump has attempted to tackle prescription drug costs but has faced challenges in implementing effective solutions.
When it comes to nuclear policies, there has been surprisingly little discussion during the campaign. Experts warn of looming deadlines, such as the expiration of the Iranian nuclear deal in 2025 and the U.S.-Russia deal to limit nuclear warheads in 2026. Harris is expected to prioritize diplomacy to address these issues, while Trump’s approach has been more unpredictable and aggressive.
Overall, the next president will have a significant impact on health care affordability, reproductive rights, and global nuclear policies. It is essential for voters to consider these issues and how the candidates’ policies align with their own values and priorities. Stay tuned for more election coverage to learn where Trump and Harris stand on other important science and health policy issues.
