Question

Why is “promote a general welfare” the principle that applies to the debate about universal health care?

Answer 1

Promote the general Welfare

Supporters of universal health care believe

the fifth goal of the Preamble makes it clear

that it is the responsibility of the government

to make sure the people have affordable and equal access to health care.

Answer 2

The general welfare clause of the Tax section of the Constitution is what gives Congress the authority to enact legislation as it relates to health care.

Otherwise, healthcare could only be enacted by the States or not at all.