Public Speaking Flashcards
What words were found on bullet casings at the assassination scene of UnitedHealthcare CEO?
Deny. Depose. Defend.
What led Luigi Mangione to assassinate Brian Thompson?
Discontent with the fraudulence of the American healthcare system.
On what date did Luigi Mangione assassinate Brian Thompson?
December 4th last year.
What social impact could the support for Luigi Mangione’s actions have?
Normalization of violence to achieve recognition.
What significant profit did UnitedHealthcare make in 2023?
$22 billion.
How many families go bankrupt yearly due to medical bills?
Half a million.
What was the estimated annual number of American deaths due to lack of health coverage?
Around 45,000.
What percentage of claims are denied by UnitedHealthcare?
1/3.
What percentage of insured working-age adults were charged for services they thought should be covered?
Almost 45%.
What percentage of respondents had their insurer deny coverage recommended by their doctor?
17%.
What is the financial support amount shown to Luigi’s legal defense?
Over $400,000.
Who made a statement about individuals going bankrupt due to medical bills?
Beau Forte.
What lawsuit did UnitedHealthcare settle last year?
A lawsuit by a chronically ill college student burdened with $800,000 of medical bills.
The taking of a human life is considered _______
morally wrong.
What does the text suggest about the society’s view on violence as a means of change?
Creating a dystopian society where violence is seen as the only way of achieving change.
What is the primary concern regarding healthcare firms mentioned in the text?
Profiting off the corpses of loved ones.
What does the phrase ‘Deny. Depose. Defend.’ symbolize in the context of the text?
A critique of the healthcare system’s actions and responsibilities.
