Healthcare was a major concern for voters in the 2026 midterm elections. With a new Congress taking office in January, elected officials will face competing demands to lower costs, protect insurance coverage, improve access and strengthen the quality of medical care. But what can Congress realistically accomplish over the next two years? And which healthcare challenges should lawmakers prioritize? This month’s survey asks readers to weigh their expectations against their priorities.
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Dr. Robert Pearl is the former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group, the nation’s largest physician group. He’s a Forbes contributor, bestselling author, Stanford University professor, and host of two healthcare podcasts. Check out Pearl’s newest book, ChatGPT, MD: How AI-Empowered Patients & Doctors Can Take Back Control of American Medicine.