Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 16, 2021
Equity does not mean equal. It means providing resources proportionate to the need or burden of disease.
Said by
Raul Ruiz
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Defining equity in healthcare as addressing specific community needs.

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