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Diana DeGette: “I think it is our job as elected representatives of our constituents to go out there and tell people like this woman…”

On the recordJuly 31, 2013
I think it is our job as elected representatives of our constituents to go out there and tell people like this woman that they can have these benefits and get the insurance they need and save money.
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Diana DeGette
Democratic · Colorado

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DeGette calls on representatives to inform constituents about health insurance options.

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