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Mark Kelly: It really does come down to the economy, and I don't say it is about being stupid, it is about being realistic about it.

On the recordFebruary 5, 2024
It really does come down to the economy, and I don't say it is about being stupid, it is about being realistic about it.
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Mark Kelly
Democratic · Arizona

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Stressing the importance of economic realism in healthcare discussions.

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