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Jerry McNerney: I am very disappointed that instead of focusing on finding solutions to address the opioid epidemic, Republicans have…

On the recordOctober 24, 2017
I am very disappointed that instead of focusing on finding solutions to address the opioid epidemic, Republicans have been engaged in an nonstop effort to repeal Affordable Care Act, which would have a devastating impact on people struggling with opioid use disorders and would be catastrophic for combating the opioid epidemic.
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Jerry McNerney
Democratic · California

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McNerney criticizes Republicans for efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act amidst the opioid crisis.

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