Universal health care is a basic human right that is offered in many countries, yet not in the United States. Despite the fact that the US is a wealthy nation, it has failed to provide citizens with access to affordable health care. This discrepancy is largely due to the fact that the US relies on a private health care system, which creates a barrier to healthcare access for many individuals. As a result, US citizens are unable to receive the quality healthcare they need and deserve. It's time for the US to recognize that universal health care should be a basic right for all citizens, and take steps to ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable health care.