Regardless of political affiliation, individuals often grow concerned when considering perceived competing interests of government and their impact on topics of interest to them. The realm of healthcare is no different. Some people feel that local, state, and federal policies and legislation can be either helped or hindered by interests other than the benefit to society.

Consider for example that the number one job of a legislator is to be reelected. Cost can be measured in votes as well as dollars. Thus, it is important to consider the legislator’s perspective on either promoting or not promoting a certain initiative in the political landscape.

To Prepare:

• Review the Resources and reflect on efforts to repeal/replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
• Consider who benefits the most when policy is developed and in the context of policy implementation.

DAY 3 OF WEEK 3

Post an explanation for how you think the cost-benefit analysis in terms of legislators being reelected affected efforts to repeal/replace the ACA. Then, explain how analyses of the voters views may affect decisions by legislative leaders in recommending or positioning national policies (e.g., Congress’ decisions impacting Medicare or Medicaid). Remember, the number one job of a legislator is to be re-elected. Please check your discussion grading rubric to ensure your responses meet the criteria.

DAY 6 OF WEEK 3

Respond to at least two of your colleagues* on two different days by expanding on their explanation and providing an example that supports their explanation or respectfully challenging their explanation and providing an example.

SOLUTION:

According to Michener, the fundamental motivation for legislators who grant legislative rewards is to secure their re-election. Legislators face significant social issues at the ballot box and must take a stand (2020). Therefore, these legislators consider all available alternatives and decide based on that analysis. Although serving the public interest is paramount, legislators seek consensus on their positions. While running for office, candidates consider their conduct’s potential advantages and disadvantages. In a similar vein, those who are considering voting for a politician often weigh the pros and cons of that candidate. Politicians make decisions depending on how others perceive them and their desire to win over political parties and individuals. Therefore, legislators need political backing to do things that boost their chances of being re-elected.

Legislators need help making moral and political decisions on contentious issues, such as whether to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA). Those without health insurance and low incomes could participate in Medicaid managed care programs after President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act into law in 2010. There is a movement to either replace or abolish the Act, even though it has expanded healthcare access for more Americans. Despite the best efforts of Democrats and Republicans, the political effort to either replace or repeal the Act has been unsuccessful (Taylor et al., 2017). Repealing or replacing the Affordable Care Act was the preferred option for most Republican legislators and supporters of former president Trump because it appealed to their party’s base. Contrarily, Democratic lawmakers and their supporters backed the Act’s continued application………..KINDLY CLICK ON THE PURCHASE ICON BELOW TO ACCESS THE ENTIRE SOLUTION FOR $15