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On the recordFebruary 8, 2011
Hawaii, for over 35 years, has had probably the most progressive and comprehensive health care law in the entire country.
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Mazie Hirono
Democratic · Hawaii

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Hirono highlights Hawaii's long-standing health care law as a model for others.

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