Xavier Becerra: “I can't find any reason why I should be asked to pay for your health…”

On the recordJuly 9, 2012

I can't find any reason why I should be asked to pay for your health care when you can afford it.

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Democratic · California

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Becerra argues against subsidizing healthcare for those who can afford insurance.

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Xavier Becerra: “I can't find any reason why I should be asked to pay for your health care when you can afford it.”