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William C. Baker: I think then we have an obligation, because we were elected by the people to preserve, protect and strengthen Medicare…

On the recordJuly 12, 1995
I think then we have an obligation, because we were elected by the people to preserve, protect and strengthen Medicare, not to kill it, that we have to take some action which will allow it to live beyond just our generation.
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William C. Baker
California

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Discussing the importance of preserving Medicare during a congressional debate.

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