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John Garamendi

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John Raymond Garamendi is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 8th congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection during his tenure in Congress. Garamendi has also been an advocate for veterans and military families, reflecting California's significant military presence.

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Feb 24, 2010

When my colleague from California was attorney general, I was insurance commissioner, and we had a grand fight over this very issue, the very issue of whether the State of California would allow the insurance companies to continue to use…

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Feb 24, 2010

The proposed amendment opens the door for collusion. It gives the tools for collusion to the companies. We ought not do that. And there is no other part of the American economy that such collusion and such an open door and invitation to…

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Feb 23, 2010

My colleague from New York, thank you for bringing to our attention, did you say $24 billion for the executives of the five largest?

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Dec 31, 2004

The movement toward consumer-driven coverage will eventually result in a 'death spiral' for managed care plans.

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