Explain the role you believe the federal government should play in addressing the cost of and access to healthcare.

Julie Oliver

25th District

Democrat

We have to safeguard protections for those living with pre-existing conditions, bring prescription drug prices down, and every Texan should be able to see a doctor whether they’re rich or poor, young or old, or have pre-existing conditions or not. I’ve worked in healthcare finance for 15 years. I know how the market works. The more people are covered, the lower everyone’s costs are. You already pay for everyone’s healthcare — you just do it in the most inefficient, expensive way. A guaranteed universal healthcare system is not only the right thing to do, it’s fiscally responsible.