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Jahana Hayes: Declaring racism a public health crisis is a step towards delivering a more equitable and healthier future for every…

On the recordFebruary 10, 2025
Declaring racism a public health crisis is a step towards delivering a more equitable and healthier future for every American. It is unacceptable for anyone to be denied adequate care or access to medical resources because of race, and Congress must work to address the barriers to quality care faced by communities of color.
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Jahana Hayes
Democratic · Connecticut

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Hayes stresses the need for equitable healthcare access for all Americans.

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