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Ben Ray Luján: “I believe healthcare is a right, not a luxury. I believe healthcare should be affordable no matter your income…”

On the recordFebruary 14, 2018
I believe healthcare is a right, not a luxury. I believe healthcare should be affordable no matter your income, accessible no matter where you live, high quality no matter how you're insured.
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Ben Ray Luján
Democratic · New Mexico

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Lujan emphasizes the importance of affordable and accessible healthcare for all Americans.

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