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Health Insurance Kills?

12/10/2024

 
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According to the New York Post, Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically shot and killed on December 4, 2024, outside the New York Hilton Midtown hotel in Manhattan. The suspect, identified as 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and has been charged with second-degree murder. Authorities discovered a manifesto in Mangione's possession, criticizing the healthcare industry and indicating that he viewed the attack as a "symbolic takedown" of what he perceived as a "parasitic" system.

According to the New York Post, Luigi Mangione, the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson killing, was an ivy league grad with a grudge against the healthcare industry.

Now, according to CNN, the "UnitedHealth Group’s market value has tumbled by about $45 billion since the fatal shooting last week of the CEO of its insurance unit."

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Dilworth, Z 6B
12/11/2024 09:00:16 am

First and foremost, as I analyze the image the thing that sticks out to me first is the exorbitant amount of compensation, with the minimum pay being 10.2 million. In addition, all the executives being of a white background also appears out to me. Following, the former CEO of UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompsons picture is grey while the rest of the other executives picture is in color, suggesting that he has passed away.

Bronson M, 3A
12/11/2024 10:30:49 am

I agree, when I analyzed the image one of the first things that stuck out to me was the minimum pay being 10.2 million. Brian Thompsons picture is grey which would mean he passed away. The CEO of United Healthcare having the least amount of money then being shot is devastating.

Hurd J
12/11/2024 02:37:06 pm

I agree I saw rich people who is involved in health care

Emmanuel, A 1A
12/11/2024 10:39:46 am

This is correct as everyone has their picture colored in and Brian’s is in black and white, giving the perception that he had passed away.

Grant Z 4A
12/11/2024 02:53:11 pm

It could be a hit list, someone might come for all the CEO's

Hernandez M, 4A link
12/11/2024 02:50:53 pm

Yes, the picture is grey because he was murdered and he was the person with the least amount of money out of all of them but it also is shown that maybe he wasn't his but maybe for revenge.

Sinkfield, E 1A
12/13/2024 11:25:03 am

Revenge is a strong case, seeing how many actually rely on United healthcare. This was very well planned out, definitely not a coincidence.

Flores A 4A
12/12/2024 11:06:11 am

Its crazy to me how much money these CEO's are making from basically over charging, and denying life saving treatment to thousands of people which leads many people's death.

Divine Ojeh 8B
12/12/2024 08:27:54 pm

I agree I felt like CEO's are just over charging people to make more money from them.

Colocho J 6B
12/13/2024 09:03:16 am

Agree because its something people should put first and think of it as a priority.

Alarcon A 3A
12/13/2024 12:29:20 pm

I agree it’s crazy how CEO’s are benefiting off the expenses of people’s health and lives and I want to say that it’s most likely a broken system where people prioritize profit over human lives.

Knowles K 1A
12/13/2024 10:23:34 pm

Exactly the CEO’s at the end of the day only care about money and how they can get it even if it costs people lives.

smith b
12/12/2024 03:17:09 pm

I agree with you because I seen that Brian Thompson picture were a different color than everyone else. I believe its a hit list.

Bronson M, 3A
12/11/2024 10:27:09 am

Based off the image of Health Insurance CEO Compensation WellCare CEO Michael Carson has the most money at 23.5M. Brian Thompson, the CEO of United healthcare had the least amount of money. Thompson was shot which is tragic and unbelievable. Considering how important the healthcare industry is, its tough to process. Luigi Mangione, the guy who's been arrested, has some serious issues with how the healthcare system works.

Emmanuel A, 1A
12/11/2024 10:43:51 am

Your analysis on Luigi manifold is interesting as it suggests that his own experiences have something to do with the killing of Brian Thompson.

Marin A, 4A
12/11/2024 02:51:55 pm

It sure is tragic thinking how someone was murdered so coldblooded. Though with a compensation being like that, and still being the minimum payout, it wasn't completely blindsided. With the amount of claims denied, Mangiones being one of them, it makes sense why someone would get so riled up.

Kendell Hurrington 4A
12/11/2024 02:59:47 pm

I agree, although nothing has been confirmed, it is rumored that Luigi had spinal problems and may have been neglected by United Health care, leading to him shooting the CEO. So to say he simply has "serious issues" with the system may be a drastic understatement.

Flores A, 4A
12/12/2024 10:43:06 am

Luigi Mangione had a grudge for United-healthcare for supposedly denying a family member or him. which I don't condone killing anyone but I can understand his motivations.

Colocho J 6B
12/13/2024 09:04:01 am

Yes, a few people are different and have trouble understanding too.

Divine Ojeh 8B
12/12/2024 08:29:31 pm

I felt like somebody hated him deep inside and was jealousy and took advantage to murder them so he couldn't have all the money.

Luster J 3A
12/13/2024 09:36:36 am

I don't think Mangione has issues on how the system works but rather the people who run it. Yes what they did isn't justify able but they wanted to send message and take a stance for the people who were being hurt by the system. And they did just that even if it was in an unethical way.

Sinkfield, E 1A
12/13/2024 11:27:39 am

Exactly Luster, this public message may strike fear into the rest of the CEO's, hopefully changing how they operate as a whole. Though unethical, it tells the other CEO's that they aren't invisible.

Mauricio I 4A
12/13/2024 02:32:40 pm

It's understandable that he wanted to make a statement but you can make statements without having to murder someone. Just because you don't like how something is being handled doesn't give you the right to murder someone.

Carmouche K 1A
12/13/2024 12:31:26 pm

Correct, he does have an issue with the healthcare system, this doesn't grant him the right to murder someone brutally. This is just another level of immaturity and envy.

Malvaez M. 1A
12/13/2024 02:44:49 pm

With Brian Thompsons death, it has a made a huge impact in todays society not only did the United Health Group lose money but it also left a huge symbolic hole in this murder leaving many to question why did Luigi feel negative towards the Health Industry.

Hayes T 8B
12/13/2024 03:15:23 pm

I agree I think Luigi definitely had some type of motive towards the healthcare industry to kill the CEO Brian Thompson.

Knowles K 1A
12/13/2024 10:25:17 pm

Agree at some point people just get tired of people not caring for their needs and take action into their own hands which is what I think Luigi did.

Presas A 6B
12/13/2024 10:09:53 pm

You raise a compelling point about the disparity in CEO compensation which reflects larger issues within the healthcare industry. The fact that these executives earn millions while many Americans struggle to afford basic healthcare is a stark reminder of systemic inequities.

Emmanuel, A 1A
12/11/2024 10:33:51 am

There’s nothing wrong with profiting from a business even if it’s from the health care industry. However, when people need you to pay for certain treatments, you should obligated to do so, especially since they pay to do that. Now, the death of UnitedHealthCare CEO is pretty huge, however killing someone simply because you believe the industry is corrupt isn’t gonna change anything, if anything you’re doing more harm than good because now the company is more focused on this than actually caring about the people that they need to insure.

Bronson M, 3A
12/11/2024 10:51:28 am

I agree, after I analyzed the image I thought about profiting from a health care business. The death of UnitedHealthCare CEO made the health care system become larger. Killing someone is doing harm in general, the killer gained nothing but a sentence.

Hurd j
12/11/2024 02:36:03 pm

I agree because I thought of rich people in health care

Kendell Hurrington
12/11/2024 02:56:56 pm

I don't know how to feel about your take. to say that more harm than good will be done is a premature statement and we should see how everything plays out before pointing fingers. Additionally if the company has to redirect all of its energy into dealing with replacements and media and has to neglect its patrons, was it ever a good company to begin with?

Luster J 3A
12/13/2024 09:34:34 am

I completely agree with you, most don't understand that one person will not affect anything even if its someone of great importance. It's a company and losing the CEO does no damage besides having to find a replacement.

Gonzalez D. 8B
12/13/2024 10:03:33 am

I agree with this, killing the CEO wasn't going to change anything and its wrong. They will just get a new CEO and continue to do what they do.

Mauricio 1 4A
12/13/2024 02:29:44 pm

I agree with this statement because no matter what is done murder was not going to solve the problem. It could even make things worse for others.

Hayes T 8B
12/13/2024 03:19:02 pm

I agree I feel like the industry should be hurrying to do stuff not just waiting when people spend money on those treatments. Now someone has gotten shot because things haven't been gotten done right away.

Emmanuel, A 1A
12/11/2024 10:38:04 am

The image is showing me that many people who are in charge of certain health care companies seem to have a huge net-worth. It also shows that one of the companies has lost one of the ceos of passed away based off the black and white picture.

Grant Z 4A
12/11/2024 02:56:15 pm

I agree, those in charge are probily living their best lives off the backs of others who are suffering and they just don't care or feel bad and want to help. They are hurting people rather than saving them, and people are up set.

Castillo, V 6B
12/12/2024 05:58:42 pm

I agree, a lot of health insure CEO’S get big amounts of compensation.

Garcia M 3A
12/13/2024 12:33:02 pm

I agree with this statement. By visualizing each company and the CEO you see that all but one picture has color which could state that the CEO is deceased .

Alanis A. 3A
12/13/2024 03:22:10 pm

I agree, the focus in the wealth of those who own a healthcare business draws attention to those with high earnings.

Palacios R 1A
12/11/2024 02:11:10 pm

I say from what I've heard is that the majority of people are on The Adjusters side but people are praising Luigi and many taking their anger on the healthcare industry which is understandable because of . However the attorney for Luigi Mangione claims he has seen zero evidence that his client is a shooter in the murder of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson which is shocking.

Marin A, 4A
12/11/2024 02:55:59 pm

That comment from his attorney is shocking considering he was literally caught with the weapon on him, along with his manifesto saying what he would do and backing it. The gun I heard was 3D printed, only furthermore proving his motive and severity of it.

Hernandez M, 4A link
12/11/2024 03:01:18 pm

Even if there's no evidence of him having committed the murder it shows someone there is someone tired of this failing healthcare and the consequences of their actions of the life's of the weaker people. I agree that its understandable, such a reaction

Hernandez E 1A
12/12/2024 10:44:32 am

I think that's interesting, I've seen discussions that his face looks different and it might be the wrong guy. Hopefully everything gets revealed and explained!

Cavazos N 6B
12/13/2024 09:40:21 pm

Luigi's attorney hasn't seen any evidence that could link Luigi to the assassination of Brian Thompson because he was at my cousin vinny's house during the assassination.

Dralyn S
12/11/2024 02:31:21 pm

The photo shows CEO compensation data for several major health insurance companies. WellCare's CEO, Michael Carson, had the highest compensation at $23.5 million, while UnitedHealthcare's Brian Thompson had the lowest at $10.2 million. The data highlights significant variation in CEO pay within the health insurance industry. Further analysis could explore the reasons for these differences, considering factors like company size, profitability, and individual CEO performance.

dralyn s
12/11/2024 02:32:26 pm

*meant to put on other mixed ink

Hurd J
12/11/2024 02:34:55 pm

The image is showing me that many people who are in charge of certain health care companies seem to have a huge net-worth. It also shows that one of the companies has lost one of the ceo,'s of passed away based off the black and white picture.

Hernandez M, 4A link
12/11/2024 02:45:08 pm

I find it unreasonable as to why he chose to kill the person who makes the least amount of money but what makes sense is that health care system is pretty bad. If the guy had a family member that was affected by united health care I can see why the killer would have a motive against Brian Thompson the CEO of United Health Care and therefore chosen him as a Target.

Hernandez E 1A
12/12/2024 10:47:27 am

I agree, maybe he had plans to keep going and go after the others, he seems intelligent and well coordinated.

Frank Jimenez 6B
12/12/2024 11:26:08 am

Agree, vengeance is a fools game but in some circumstances things have to be sorted in a way. Death isn't always the solution but sometimes things have to be dealth with, not in all circumstances.

Alanis, A. 3A
12/13/2024 03:18:19 pm

I agree this could explain why the CEO of the company with the lowest profit was shot first . Brian would be the easiest target because of how much money he made.

Smith b
12/12/2024 03:19:45 pm

I agree with you and I also believe they starting off little by little and plan on getting the rest of them.

Palacios R 1A
12/13/2024 10:04:59 am

Luigi Mangione's writings suggest that he believed the healthcare system was deeply flawed and corrupt, which have influenced his actions. His case is still ongoing, and he has pleaded not guilty to the charges

Alvarez J 8B
12/13/2024 03:43:36 pm

I believe that he killed that CEO because that was the health insurance company that he and his mother had. his mother died because she couldn't get medicine because her insurance wouldn't cover her.

Cavazos N 6B
12/13/2024 09:34:23 pm

A possible reason for Thompson's assassination could be that the shooter had past relations with UnitedHealthcare.

Grant Z 4A
12/11/2024 02:46:09 pm

I feel like with all the money they make they should want to help,everyone in need or having health problems they would be more considerate or want to give back to others. I understand people frustrations money is everywhere yet not available and some people will do anything for money especially if they are in need.

Marin A, 4A
12/11/2024 02:47:09 pm

His manifesto is something to be read. He compares the current lifestyle of people with the absurdity and overruling force of governments and corporations and refers to the Law of the Jungle. Animal eats animal was the norm before society. With corporations today and their high class level, they have somehow found ways to cheat people, leaving them less able to manage life in a jungle (society). With Mangione experiencing his own mistreatment firsthand, along his deep background of schooling, he took matters into his own hands and did what million others wish they'd do. It's not to say he was right to take a life, but it sure is justifiable in terms of one life to various others left in agony.

Kendell Hurrington 4A
12/11/2024 02:51:26 pm

The most compelling aspect of this image depicts the annual income of the various CEO's as well as grays out the recently murdered Brian Thompson. It's interesting to note that he had the lowest compensation with 6.1 million dollar gap between him and the next lowest income, yet his company manages to deny 49% of its patrons insurance when needed as stated on Forbes. this make me question the healthcare system and how many more millions of students are screwed over by theas much larger and richer companies. American health care has become a meme at this point but this murder reminds us that we are in a very real situation and I wonder how other CEO's may respond. Many have even began to claim that fast food chain McDonald's even brought back the McRib as to keep customers happy, this clearly is hyperbole but its important that we think about the ripple affect of this event.

Curlee A, 4A
12/11/2024 03:12:23 pm

CEO's might respond by rethinking their policies, and how they treat people. Hopefully this will have to be the only CEO that has to be gunned down in the middle of the street to make these people wake up. Maybe American healthcare will stop being a meme and start being something to actually help you in times of need.

Victorino H 8B
12/13/2024 04:38:21 pm

i agree as this assassination could scare these companies ceos in either stepping down or making a change in their business.

Barrientos S 4A
12/11/2024 02:55:03 pm

Analyzing this image it shows many different CEO's in the health care department. Brian Thompson being the many that stood out to me. After hearing the news that Brian was shot and killed by Luigi Mangoine, with the news I look further more and try to find out Luigi's motive for the murder. It was said that his motive to kill was because the United health care did not treat his mother well. In the end whether this was true or not, it still does not justify the murder of Brian. Protesting, or even exposing the man would have done it. Brian did kill millions of people because of his decision, and did not care maybe because of greed, but it still does not give justification for the murder.

Curlee A, 4A
12/11/2024 03:08:27 pm

But would it? Would a simple protest have truly put this man in his place? If he got arrested, he could most likely bail himself out. The truth is Brian would've went to sleep peacefully that night, while hundreds of thousands of people wish and beg for their friends and family to live one more day. I do agree that murder is an unacceptable crime no matter the circumstance, but what comes around goes around. When you disregard people for years on end, it should not be a surprise when you end up disregarded.

Presas A 6B
12/13/2024 10:16:14 pm

You make an important point in acknowledging that no matter the grievances Luigi Mangione may have had, murder is never a justified response. It's true that systemic issues in healthcare can lead to immense frustration and even harm for individuals as suggested by Mangione's alleged motive regarding his mother's treatment. However as you said there are more constructive ways to address these problems such as protesting raising awareness or seeking legal action.

Curlee A, 4A
12/11/2024 02:58:23 pm

This image reminds me of a hit list, due to the recently departed Brian Thompson being grayed out. It makes me wonder if more of these CEO's might bite the bullet. Brian's death may persuade others to recreate this event with other people who abuse working class citizens.

Mijangos, A 4A
12/11/2024 03:58:46 pm

Perhaps it is a hit list. With how the system works today, there could possibly be someone out there who plans to even also take out more than one CEO. Despite Luigi being praised for his deed, he could've potentially inspired someone to take their own approach.

Sanchez A 3A
12/12/2024 10:57:13 pm

I do see this as a hit list, wondering if the other CEO's are being targeted as well. Also this can lead to a protest making things worse for the other companies as well as the customers that are tied with the insurance company.

Victorino H 8B
12/13/2024 04:35:07 pm

I agree as the image was most likely posted to inspire others to target these people especially since he had the smallest compensation of the bunch.

Mauricio I 4A
12/11/2024 02:59:18 pm

This image shows the net worth of many heath care insurance CEO's. It also states that one of them was murdered recently and was an attack to the company because it was "corrupt". I feel like no matter how you feel you shouldn't resort to murder because no matter what it won't change anything.

Castillo, V 6B
12/12/2024 05:53:41 pm

Yes, it also shows Brian Thompson picture greyed out meaning he has passed away.

Garcia M 3A
12/13/2024 05:01:51 pm

I agree with this response. Things will only get worse for the person committing the crime over the person who is affected, and in this case sadly the person affected was Brian Thomson.

Flores, A 4A
12/11/2024 03:40:17 pm

The CEO's of these Health Insurance companies are receiving millions of dollars from people how are paying them so when they need treatment in the future they'll be able to afford it, but they deny up to 32% of those claims which leads to the death of thousands of people, these CEO's are differently out of touch with the average American salary since most cant afford medical bills and is the only reason why they pay these companies.

MIjangos, A 4A
12/11/2024 03:53:44 pm

It is indeed a tragedy for the events that transpired, however there were ways that could've prevented this. I will agree and say that the CEO of United healthcare was not a good person. His greed over the lives of millions costed him more than any amount of money. It is sad to think that his children now have to live without their dad, but think about the thousands of children who lost their parents due to being rejected any care. Despite having "United" in the name of the company, it meant little to nothing to joining together to help one another. Luigi had his reasons as anyone else probably would've. Whether it be because of a grudge or even simply of revenge and anger. I believe Luigi is not in the wrong, for he has brought more attention to the corrupted corners of the system and has given the higher ups a choice. Either they stop letting their corporate greed consume them and blind them from helping in the first place, or await a fate similar to Thompson.

Frank Jimenez 6B
12/12/2024 11:21:56 am

Agree, Not hearing good things about healthcare America has to offer especially the CEO of the United healthcare. There are many stories to the sink hole.

Torres. C 3/A
12/12/2024 12:46:59 pm

What specific "greedy things" did he do? We all say he was greedy, but just because he was CEO does not mean he should be labeled instantly as "Greedy"

Palacios R 1A
12/13/2024 10:08:08 am

He also expressed frustration with corporate America and the healthcare system, indicating that he felt it was an insult to the intelligence of the American people.

Chatmon, J 4A
12/12/2024 09:04:38 am

Analyzing the picture you see the Health care companies that run throughout America. The CEO of United Healthcare's picture is different for the others. it was grayed out after he was killed December 4 by a ivy league graduate with a grudge against the healthcare industry after the company denied the heath care of his loved one because of insurance issues which lead to their death. After this event it caused him to see the insurance company in a different light. believing he had to take action into his own hands by murdering Brain Thompson
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Hernandez E 1A
12/12/2024 10:36:51 am

I've seen the image and noticed that the black and white image is of the CEO of United Healthcare, the one that was murdered. The more I delved into this topic, the more I know this man does not deserve my sympathies. He denied hundreds of not thousands of people care and coverage just to add another zero to his bank account. These people aren't ones who can be reasoned with, they don't care about us. They will kill anyone to make more money. Although I do not condone murder, nor would I promote it. "Just because a monster dies like a man does not mean we should mourn him." I will save my compassion for my fellow man, not those who exploit us.

Gonzalez D. 8B
12/13/2024 10:00:24 am

I agree, murder isn't right but so many people were denied healthcare just so they could get richer. It's unfair and just wrong in so many ways, it goes on to show they don't really care about anyone as long as they are making more money they are satisfied.

Rodriguez R. 4A
12/13/2024 12:55:39 pm

I agree, nowadays it's all about the money for these people over our health.

Malvaez M. 1A
12/13/2024 02:49:10 pm

Even though Brian Thompson's past is horrible by denying patients care, it does not justify that he should have been murdered. Other step could have taken place to address the issues and could have even found financial assets to assist patients who need health care. Everyone has their opinions about different industry's and how they run, it never should come down to murder

Esquivel. E 1A
12/13/2024 02:56:43 pm

This I agree to. This CEO was corrupt but there was no need for violence. It is sad though, that violence can cause changes.

Gonzalez S 4A link
12/13/2024 10:45:31 pm

I completely agree with you, these healthcare providers don't deserve any of our care. They are selfish people that see us humans as walking money.

Frank Jimenez 6B
12/12/2024 11:20:03 am

As Iook at the pictures Im greeted with the amount the CEOs of different health care companies make and as I see one of the CEO's pictures is grey. Maybe not a huge deal but that same CEO was killed and to think it can't be coincidence for it to be grey and white resulted on an immediate thinking of gone. It's fair that some people can have hatred towards a business but it also doesn't mean to eliminate the person in any physical harm.

Torres. C 3/A
12/12/2024 12:43:17 pm

The grey symbolisizes that he has passed away.

Torres. C 3/A
12/12/2024 12:14:25 pm

When taking a deeper in depth view of the photos, it was clear on why he was targeted. He was more on the broker side, so he was most obvious to be targeted since he would be easier.

Sanchez A 3A
12/12/2024 11:01:29 pm

This also could be a possibility on why the lowest profit company CEO got shot first. I can see how Brian with the least amount of money would be the easier target.

Esquivel. E 1A
12/13/2024 02:55:17 pm

Now that you mention that, maybe that was the reason he specifically was targeted.

Garcia M 3A
12/12/2024 12:30:15 pm

This image shoes a comparison of CEO compensation for various health insurance companies. The page lists compensation amounts for each CEO next to their company logos and photos. I see that one of the eight pictures is grey which may not be a big deal but if you look at the compensation amount this CEO's is the lowest .

Smith B
12/12/2024 03:14:31 pm

When I first seen the picture the amount of money stood out to me about bran thompson networth being 10.2 million and everyone else having more. Also his picture was gray I peeped.

Tomas Ruiz 6B
12/13/2024 03:35:45 pm

It's shocking considering that United Healthcare is worth before Brian's unfortunate death, 490 Billion, so it's a surprise that his net worth is only 10 million.

Castillo, V 6B
12/12/2024 05:51:10 pm

As I analyze the image I can see that health insurance CEO’s make a lot of money. I also noticed how each CEO gets compensated differently. In the image it also shows how Brian Thompson picture is greyed out compared to the other CEO meaning that he passed away.

Divine Ojeh 8B
12/12/2024 08:15:33 pm

A sad thing that happend. The boss of UnitedHealthCare was killed. A man who didint like big health company shot him. The company lost a lot of money because of it. The boss of UnitedHealthcare made a lot of money, and that makes some people angry. This shows that even big and important people can be hurt, and that people have strong feelings about how much money health company bosses make.

Carmouche K 1A
12/13/2024 12:09:56 pm

Yes, he made a lot of money and was the boss of a major company, this doesn't make it okay for him to murdered. This was a selfish and very envious action that Luigi took and should be punished for his actions

Sanchez A 3A
12/12/2024 10:55:25 pm

This image demonstrates a setup. It seems like the other CEOs wanted that health insurance company to be off from the organization, so the other companies can divide that 10 million among the whole organization. Instead of money going into a small insurance company making less money than the rest they wanted those clients for their own companies.

Echeverria D 6B
12/13/2024 10:26:27 am

It's interesting to see the significant variation in CEO compensations among healthcare companies. The range from $10.2 million to $23.5 million highlights how diverse these packages can be. As you pointed out, the differences could indeed reflect several factors, such as the size and profitability of the companies or the specific terms of each CEO's contract.

Alarcon A 3A
12/13/2024 12:40:00 pm

I don’t think it’s necessarily the case. Don’t get me wrong corruption in the health care industry is a huge concern but jumping to conclusions such as that the other CEO’s arranged this seems uncertain. I believe that the frustration with the corruption led to what wound up happening instead of having a different outcome by having a organized effort to remove competition.

Teniente J. 1A
12/13/2024 02:56:48 pm

I can see why it can be a setup among the competitors so they can divide and conquer to gain more profits overall. They all probably have a scheme among the other CEO so they can gather the clients to be in a loop hole to gain profits that can't be broke due to multiple insurance company.

Colocho J 6B
12/13/2024 09:10:35 am

It looks like there was a list of CEO compensations for various healthcare companies. The compensations amounts range from $10.2 million to $23.5 million, showing significant variation among the companies. Well care's CEO has the highest compensation at $23.5 million, while UnitedHealthcare's CEO has the lowest at $10.2 million. This could reflect differences in company size, profitability, or the specific terms of each CEO's contract.

Echeverria D 6B
12/13/2024 10:25:24 am

The choice of target seems to be more about the symbolic impact rather than financial influence. By targeting the CEO of a well-known organization like UnitedHealthcare, the perpetrator likely aimed to send a powerful message against the healthcare industry as a whole

Luster J 3A
12/13/2024 09:32:48 am

When I look at the image I notice that the man that was assassinated wasn't the most influential when it comes to money. Actually he was payed the least out of everyone else in the group so why did the murder chose to go after him. To me it seems like he was chosen not for his wealth but for the fact that his company is the most known organization. This person wanted to leave a message and killing the man with the biggest company would do exactly that.

Rodriguez R. 4A
12/13/2024 12:58:37 pm

I agree, he targeted this company due to its status as the largest health insurer in the United States.

Gonzalez S 4A link
12/13/2024 10:54:17 pm

I never thought of it that way but I see where your going with this. It gives us a whole new perspective to the whole situation.

Fuentez M 3A
12/13/2024 11:55:03 pm

Brian was the only one out of the rest of the CEO who made less money. It really does not make sense why the perpetrator would go after him rather than someone who is wealthy . It does makes sense that his Health company was more well known maybe that is why he got killed.

Gonzalez D. 8B
12/13/2024 09:55:38 am

While analyzing the picture I noticed that there was significant difference between the compensation of the man who was murdered and the rest of them. Brian Thompson's compensation was 10.2 million and the rest were all over 15 million.

Salazar J. 1A
12/13/2024 11:39:22 pm

I also noticed that his net worth is really low compare to the others. The others seem to be biggers companies than Brian.

Echeverria D 6B
12/13/2024 10:24:36 am

The tragic shooting of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, led to significant consequences. Luigi Mangione, the suspect, was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, and charged with second-degree murder. Authorities found a manifesto in his possession, criticizing the healthcare industry and viewing the attack as a "symbolic takedown. "

Vega F 1A
12/13/2024 02:50:55 pm

I see how people could see this as a symbolic take down because the health care industry does not really help anyone just themselves.

Renteria R. A. 4A
12/13/2024 09:54:01 pm

I agree, they don’t help you all the time and mostly won’t care about it.

Sinkfield, E 1A
12/13/2024 11:23:29 am

It seems that all these CEO's are making millions a year, and yet are responsible fro providing medical expenses to thousands of people. This doesn't make sense because there are people who could use this money that these CEO's are being compensated with, yet the CEO
s are making millions off of the people.

Teniente J. 1A
12/13/2024 02:51:17 pm

True, seeing how much each CEO makes over the years of the insurance money they get. It creates a big controversy on why CEO should gather that much money if the system is supposed to help others.

Carmouche K 1A
12/13/2024 12:03:34 pm

As we all know, the American health system is not the best, nor is is based on the right things, it is centered around money and greed. These two things lead to corruption which is what is taking place currently. Although there is corruption in our system this does not condone a loss of life to be lost and therefore Luigi is wrong for taking this CEO's life.

Alarcon A 3A
12/13/2024 12:35:08 pm

The photo shows how much money the CEO’s have obtained by profiting off people’s expenses by denying them care who need it which ends up costing them their lives. I say it is understandable why Mangione resorted to violence but the murder never really brought any real change instead it brought more suffering.

Vega F. 1A
12/13/2024 02:49:44 pm

I agree with you denying them care could cost them their lives because people could hold a grudge against them.

Salazar J. 1A
12/13/2024 11:37:37 pm

I agree with you, healthcare is a big thing humans need yet it is one of the things that many struggle to afford. The murder is understandable but it didnt aquire any change.

Rodriguez R. 4A
12/13/2024 12:53:20 pm

When I first observed the picture I noticed how they all mostly make 16 million and up, while Brian Thompson only made 10 million. Also In the picture Thompson's picture is shaded grey indicating that he has passed away. The reason Mangione targeted this CEO(Thompson) is because of the company's status as the largest health insurer in the United States and his grudge against the healthcare system. There have been problems faced with the healthcare system over the years that have led innocent people to die, and all for the ignorance of those money hungry CEO's. Murder clearly is never the right thing, but in this case should we just keep on repeating the system's cycle.

Thompson D 8B
12/13/2024 08:27:25 pm

I agree with this statement because it highlights the significant pay disparity between CEOs, with Thompson earning less than his peers despite leading the largest health insurer. Mangione's attack on Thompson appears to be driven by a deep frustration with the healthcare system, which has often been criticized for its high costs and poor outcomes. While murder is never justified, the statement questions whether the system should continue as is, given its harmful effects on many people, often driven by profit motives.

Renteria R. A. 4A
12/13/2024 09:59:21 pm

I agree, the other health care had more money for the other people then Brain.

Hayes T 8B
12/13/2024 01:11:32 pm

The shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brain Thompson and the arrest of Luigi Mangione, who held a grudge against the healthcare industry. Mangione's actions driven by his discontent with the healthcare system led to a trapgic loss and caused the UnitedHealth Group's marekt value to drop by around $45 billion.

Nathan Torres 3A
12/13/2024 02:12:57 pm

After analyzing the picture above I realized two things that Brian Thompson with United Health Care offered the lowest of Health Insurance Compenstion at 10.2 Million, and that his picture was the only one without a color which means that he is dead.

Malvaez M. 1A
12/13/2024 02:27:41 pm

As I viewed over the Health Insurance CEO's, i noticed that Brian Thompson the CEO who was tragically murdered this month, has the lowest net worth out of all the CEO's having only 10 million. The highest CEO which is David Cornani having 21 million dollars. I also noticed that his picture is seen to be without color while the rest of the CEO's pictures have color. This can be representing that he is the only CEO that has died in the Health Insurance industry. Not only did his passing leave a symbolic view in his passing but also affected the United Health Group financial assets negativaly by losing 45 billion dollars worth of assests

Vega, F. 1A
12/13/2024 02:47:54 pm

This shows how CEOs make a lot of money based on corruption instead of helping people that actually need it. Which shows why people could do this stuff to them because they held grudge against the healthcare industry.

Tomas Ruiz 6B
12/13/2024 03:25:56 pm

Because of the corruption, it led to the assassination of Brian Thompson, an possible motive for Luigi Mangione

Teniente J. 1A
12/13/2024 02:48:33 pm

The image is probably trying to tell us how each health insurance company are value among the competitors and how they get profits. It all depends on how the company handles deny, defend, decomposition where they avoid losing money on claims overall. The passing on a competitor will make the rest think about their position in the company so they won't go through the same fate.

Thompson D 8B
12/13/2024 08:26:33 pm

I agree because the health insurance industry is competitive, and profitability depends on managing claims effectively, often by denying or minimizing payouts. The death of a prominent leader like Brian Thompson could prompt competitors to reassess their strategies, ensuring they avoid similar risks. This could involve rethinking how they balance profits, public perception, and regulatory pressures.

Esquivel. E 1A
12/13/2024 02:54:14 pm

I see that there is a large compensation for health insurance CEOs. The one who has passed is in grey and has the least compensation. It is tragic what happened. Though the healthcare system is flawed, it should not have to be dealt with in a violent manner.

Alanis A. 3A
12/13/2024 03:13:06 pm

Analyzing this terrible event involving the CEO of UnitedHealthCare has attracted a lot of attention and had serious financial consequences, as seen by the 45 billion reduction in UnitedHealthCare. Luigi Mansion revealed a ongoing hatred for the healthcare industry, which believed to be a parasitic system causing him to murder as what he saw as a system that ,makes money off of the sufferings of others.

Aiyanyo E, 3A
12/13/2024 11:55:22 pm

I agree that the healthcare system needs a full overhaul since it seems like the healthcare industry seems to capitalize and make money on the suffering of others.

Tomas Ruiz 6B
12/13/2024 03:18:14 pm

All i see is a bunch of rich white men and women in suits, that are the CEO of a big health insurance company, that are probably corrupted individuals. And the one the got assassinated recently Brian Thompson.

Fuentez M 3A
12/13/2024 11:50:15 pm

Agreeing with what you said all see is rich white people as well. Their is no diversity at all in this photo. Its sad to see that the only CEO who was asking for less money for insurance was the one who got killed

Alvarez J 8B
12/13/2024 03:29:31 pm

Analyzing the image it stands out how much money they earn. its funny because sometimes insurance companies make you pay out of pocket which is crazy seeing how much money they make. Something i would also like to point out us that that there's no people of color, I believe that if there was at least one person of color it would be different or maybe not, money gets to peoples head. Its concerning that someone has to be murdered just to be able to become aware of how many people struggle with health insurance policies. What insurance companies do aren't illegal but they make rules to only help themselves and not others. Having insurance is supposed to be for your benefit but in the end it turns out that it messes you over.

Espinosa M 3A
12/13/2024 04:48:17 pm

You’re right about the ripple effects of this tragedy. Beyond financial losses, this could push healthcare corporations to reevaluate their leadership’s public visibility and security. It’s a grim reminder of the need to address societal frustrations before they escalate.

Victorino H 8B
12/13/2024 04:32:33 pm

The image shows how the healthcare CEO that was assassinated wasn't even making the most money of all the ones shown here and this help see how big of a problem our current healthcare system is. The image also shows how these people manage to make millions and more than likely don't have to worry about how much a hospital bill while the people they are supposed to "help" struggle to pay the ridiculous prices for basic healthcare.

Espinosa M 3A
12/13/2024 04:48:49 pm

Interesting point about corporate responsibility. Do you think this will prompt UnitedHealthcare or similar companies to reconsider their approach to pricing or public outreach? It seems like this might be a wake-up call for deeper reform.

Aiyanyo E, 3A
12/13/2024 11:45:57 pm

I agree that these major American healthcare companies could care less on the lives of the American people. This is a major problem that is happening to our current healthcare system. While homicide is always bad, it will changes your perspective on how terrible our healthcare system really is.

Guzman X 6B
12/20/2024 11:04:26 am

The image shows that the CEO who was killed wasn't the highest-paid, pointing out the big gap in the healthcare system. These CEOs make millions while people struggle to pay for basic healthcare. It shows how the system focuses on profit instead of helping those in need.

Espinosa M 3A
12/13/2024 04:47:47 pm

The tragic death of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, underscores the growing tension surrounding the healthcare industry. The suspect’s manifesto reveals deep frustration with systemic issues, reflecting the broader dissatisfaction many feel toward perceived inequities in healthcare. This act, while extreme and unjustifiable, raises important questions about the societal cost of corporate practices in essential services like healthcare.

Thompson D 8b
12/13/2024 08:06:57 pm

The tragic killing of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, has led to a significant $45 billion drop in UnitedHealth Group's market value. The suspect, Luigi Mangione, reportedly targeted Thompson as part of his anti-healthcare stance, viewing the industry as "parasitic." This event has raised concerns about leadership instability and the public’s growing frustration with the healthcare system. The financial impact may reflect investor anxiety over the company's future and broader criticisms of the industry.

Cavazos N 6B
12/13/2024 09:24:52 pm

After analyzing the image provided I can conclude that the image shows eight healthcare corporations and their CEO’s and how much they give in compensation. Seven out of the eight CEO’s have colored pictures, while one has a black and white picture, that being Brian Thompson. Out of the eight CEO’s Thompson has the lowest amount in compensation only being 10.2M while the remaining 7 have an average of 20.6M in compensation. With the evidence given, a factor of the assassination of Thompson could be UnitedHealthcare's low compensation.

Presas A 6B
12/13/2024 10:06:01 pm

When I started to analyze the chart displays the salaries of top CEO's in the health insurance industry and highlighting their multi million dollar annual compensations as in the text below it discussed the tragic killing of the United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione, who viewed the healthcare system exploitative.
As for my response the image serves as a commentary on the same of the healthcare industry.It underscore the growing tension between the extraordinary wealth of executives and the struggles of ordinary citizens navigating the U.S. healthcare system.

Renteria R. A. 4A
12/13/2024 10:13:54 pm

The image shows that most of the other CEO have more money then others. Like how Brian had the least amount out of the rest of the others.

Knowles K 1A
12/13/2024 10:27:41 pm

I do agree with that higher ups don’t care about the lower class but killing them won’t change anything they will just put someone new in that exact same spot that other person was in a continue the cycle.

Gonzalez S 4A link
12/13/2024 11:22:55 pm

While analyzing I noticed that the CEO's are very messy in the health care industry. The death of UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson's is a huge situation. Killing someone because you believe the industry is corrupt isn’t gonna change anything than more focused on this than actually taking care of the people that they need to insure.

Salazar J. 1A
12/13/2024 11:31:40 pm

From analyzing this photo I can see how high the CEO's net worth is. America has really expensive healthcare that not many can afford which is why they make millions every year. Another thing I have noticed in this photo is the picture Brian Thompson being black and white. This is indicating that he has passed away. This photo also demostrates how Brian had less money than the other CEO's.

Aiyanyo E, 3A
12/13/2024 11:43:38 pm

The image shows the following CEOS of America's Top Healthcare companies and the salary they make a year. Everyone else in the picture is in color except for Brian Thompson, which indicates that he is deceased. Furthermore, this picture shows how much money this CEOs make and how these healthcare companies ripoff the working class of the American people and how these companies prioritize money over the well-being on citizens.

Guzman X 6B
12/20/2024 11:02:07 am

The image shows the high salaries of healthcare CEOs, highlighting the wealth gap in the industry. Brian Thompson’s black-and-white image marks his tragic death, drawing attention to these issues. Many believe these companies focus more on profits than on helping people. This adds to the debate about how the healthcare system affects everyday Americans.

Fuentez M 3A
12/13/2024 11:47:03 pm

Looking at this image and showing us the cost of how much each CEO makes because of their companys money. Looking at it America has such high expectations that they make everyone pay expensive healthcare that barely benifits you from anything .ONly one is colored grey. Why?
Another thing I would like to point out is that they are all white . Looking at this the only one colored grey has the lowest income ever. While the rest have such high money.

williams 6B
12/16/2024 10:26:39 am

I agree because I think the picture shows how much money this CEOs make and how these healthcare companies ripoff the working class of the American people and how these companies prioritize money over the well-being on citizens.

Smith S 8B
12/16/2024 09:33:29 am

Based off the image of Health Insurance CEO Compensation WellCare CEO Michael Carson has the most money at 23.5M. Brian Thompson, the CEO of United healthcare had the least amount of money. Thompson was shot which is tragic and unbelievable. Considering how important the healthcare industry is, its tough to process. Luigi Mangione, the guy who's been arrested, has some serious issues with how the healthcare system works

Williams 6B
12/16/2024 10:20:29 am

The highest CEO is David Corina having 21 million dollars. I also noticed that his picture is seen to be without color while the rest of the CEO's pictures have color. This can be noted that he is the only CEO that has died in the Health Insurance industry.

Devonte James
12/20/2024 11:00:44 am

The former CEO of United Healthcare, Brian Thompson picture is grey while the rest of the other executives picture is in color, suggesting that he has passed away

Guzman X 6B
12/20/2024 11:00:47 am

Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was tragically killed outside a hotel in Manhattan by Luigi Mangione, who was reportedly upset with the healthcare industry. Mangione, an Ivy League graduate, left behind a manifesto criticizing the system, calling it "parasitic." Following the CEO's death, UnitedHealth Group's market value dropped by $45 billion, reflecting the impact of the tragedy on the company.


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