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On the recordJune 2, 2009
Is it a good idea from a fiscal standpoint to increase that by another 1.2, 1.3 trillion over the next 10 years?
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Pat Ryan
Democratic · New York

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Ryan raises concerns about the fiscal implications of increasing health care spending.

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