What Went Down On Night Two Of The First Democratic Debates

Sarah, I think it’s somewhat dangerous because when it comes to health care, people are quite risk averse. They may not love private insurance companies, but this is the system they’re used to — and the idea of the health care system changing dramatically (or being unstable) is something they’re understandably uncomfortable with.

What do we make of Dan’s argument that the candidates calling for the abolishment of private insurance are going a step too far? It does seem to be becoming a new litmus test, but is it good politics for Democrats?

Perfectly decent, very on-brand answer for Sanders about insurers, but notice how a lot of the other candidates are personalizing the issue — what health care means for citizens — whereas Bernie is speaking about ideas and abstractions.