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On the recordJune 21, 2010
In Olmstead, the court held that the unnecessary institutionalization of individuals with disabilities constitutes discrimination.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Harkin discusses the court's ruling on discrimination related to institutionalization.

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