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Kent Conrad: I just say the argument being made out here is one of the most far-fetched arguments I have seen on this floor; No. 1…

On the recordAugust 2, 2007
I just say the argument being made out here is one of the most far-fetched arguments I have seen on this floor; No. 1, that this is somehow socialized medicine. Isn't this care provided by private doctors?
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Kent Conrad
Democratic · North Dakota

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Challenging claims about healthcare being socialized medicine during a debate.

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