On the recordJuly 20, 2009
I know that there are those in this town who openly declare their intention to block reform. But there are many others who are working hard to address this growing crisis.
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transcripts.cnn.comBarack Obama: “I know that there are those in this town who openly declare their intention to block reform. But there are many others…”
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President Obama discusses the challenges he faces in pushing for health care reform amidst opposition.
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