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John Garamendi: “Well, you're absolutely correct about that. The proposal to cut Medicare benefits is a nonstarter. There are things that…”

On the recordDecember 4, 2012
Well, you're absolutely correct about that. The proposal to cut Medicare benefits is a nonstarter. There are things that can be done in Medicare to reduce the cost, and much has already been done. I would like to ask my colleague from the great State of Michigan to join us. Mr. Curson is a new Member of Congress, came in a special election about a month ago. Welcome. We are delighted to have you join us.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California
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Dec 4, 2012

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