In the aftermath of the horrific cold-blooded murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, in New York City, one style of reaction was widely (and correctly) condemned: the rush to excuse, explain, and even celebrate the premeditated murder of a 50-year-old husband and father of two as some sort of political response.
“This is not to say that an act of violence is justified, but…” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said.
“The visceral response from people across this country who feel cheated, ripped off, and threatened by the vile practices of their insurance companies should be a warning to everyone in the health care system,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) said.
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“I felt, along with so many other Americans, joy … ” journalist Taylor Lorenz said.
Yes, joy.
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