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Angus King: “One of the concerns--and I've heard this when I've met with their agencies, particularly in rural Maine, is an epidemic…”

On the recordJanuary 26, 2024
One of the concerns--and I've heard this when I've met with their agencies, particularly in rural Maine, is an epidemic of loneliness.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

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Senator King highlights loneliness among seniors, especially veterans in rural areas.

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