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On the recordMarch 17, 2013
when people are insured, we have lots of evidence that shows that people get care earlier, they get better care, and they are less likely to die than people who don't have insurance.
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Janice Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

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Schakowsky emphasizes the importance of insurance for better health outcomes.

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