Public health policies often intersect with political agendas, as health issues can be politicized to serve specific interests. For instance, debates about health care access, vaccination mandates, or reproductive rights are frequently influenced by the ideological positions of political parties. Policymakers may leverage public health crises to advance their agendas, either by pushing for expansive health care reforms or by reinforcing existing inequalities. Ultimately, the intersection of public health and politics underscores the importance of viewing health outcomes through a social justice lens.