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On the recordSeptember 16, 2020
One in seven people will experience addiction in their lifetime. Last year, over 70,000 people died from a drug overdose. Over the last 3 years, it is over 200,000 people. Addiction is a national crisis for which we will not find a vaccine. Last week, I spoke with patients in recovery across western Maryland. The reality of COVID-19 is making recovery much harder. Today, we are coming together in Congress as Team America for a day of action we are calling Congress Goes Purple. Together, we are wearing purple to show our support for those in recovery. Together, we are raising awareness to combat the stigma around addiction. And together, we will do everything we can to support those in recovery. Madam Speaker, to those in recovery, never be afraid to speak up and ask for help. ____________________
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David Trone
Democratic · Maryland
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Sep 16, 2020

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