People have a favorable view of public option health insurance

A new poll of roughly 2,000 Americans finds that a slim majority of people are in favor of a “Medicare For All” plan that would cover all Americans under a national health care system. Here’s more from the poll: 

• Public option: 51% of people said they support a Medicare for All plan. At the same time, nearly two-thirds support some kind of public option that would coexist alongside private plans and would be available to all Americans. 
• Debate priorities: The second round of Democratic debates begins tonight, and as the candidates roll out their health policies and plans, 83% of Democratic respondents said health care is a top issue. A majority of them also said that issues affecting women and gun policy are a priority. 
• ACA: 48% say they have a favorable opinion of the ACA. Nearly three-quarters say it’s very important that protections for pre-existing conditions, which are offered by the ACA, stay in place.