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On the recordSeptember 25, 1996
it is a good sign that they are uncomfortable when it is described accurately. It does not just say you go after the sponsor. If you are a legal immigrant and you are treated, you can be deported for it. It becomes a deportable offense to be a sick person who gets treated if you have AIDS. At least describe accurately the harm you are inflicting on people.
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Barney Frank
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Discussing the implications of immigration policy on legal immigrants with health issues.

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