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Patrick J. Kennedy: I struggle every day with this disease, as do millions of Americans.

On the recordMay 4, 2006
I struggle every day with this disease, as do millions of Americans.
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Patrick J. Kennedy

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Kennedy emphasizes the widespread nature of addiction and his personal battle with it.

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