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Kathy Castor: “Approximately 20 million Americans have gained coverage since the Affordable Care Act became law about 6 years ago, but…”

On the recordJuly 7, 2016
Approximately 20 million Americans have gained coverage since the Affordable Care Act became law about 6 years ago, but my Republican colleagues continue to look for ways to pull the rug out from under these Americans.
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Kathy Castor
Democratic · Florida

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Castor highlights the benefits of the Affordable Care Act amidst Republican repeal efforts.

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