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Former U.S. President Barack Obama marked the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act on Tuesday, highlighting its impact on expanding health coverage and urging policymakers to protect the law, according to a statement from his office. Obama spoke as national debates over healthcare costs and coverage continue across the United States.
Barack Obama said the law, signed during his presidency in 2010, has provided health insurance to tens of millions of Americans and strengthened consumer protections, including coverage for people with pre-existing conditions. He credited healthcare workers, state officials, and advocates for implementing and sustaining the program over more than a decade.
The Affordable Care Act, often referred to as Obamacare, survived multiple legal and legislative challenges since its passage. According to federal data, uninsured rates fell significantly after its rollout, particularly among low-income households and younger adults.
In his statement, Barack Obama warned that efforts to weaken or repeal the law could reverse coverage gains and raise costs for families. He called on voters to remain engaged on healthcare policy and on lawmakers to focus on affordability and access.
Health policy experts say the law remains a central pillar of the U.S. healthcare system, even as Congress and federal agencies continue to debate adjustments related to subsidies, prescription drug prices, and Medicaid expansion.
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