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On the recordMarch 30, 2011
We are going to look at very closely why we would send a veteran on a 2,000-mile journey if there is competent, safe healthcare available close by.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

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Murkowski questions unnecessary long travel for veterans' healthcare.

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