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On the recordJuly 28, 2014
The Medicaid Program is a lifeline for the most vulnerable, low income and disabled population in Illinois.
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Tammy Duckworth
Democratic · Illinois

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Duckworth emphasizes the importance of Medicaid for vulnerable populations.

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