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On the recordMarch 16, 2010
I have decided to cast a vote in favor of the legislation. If my vote is to be counted, let it count now for passage of the bill hopefully, in the direction of comprehensive health care reform.
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Dennis Kucinich
Independent · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Kucinich explains his decision to support the health care bill despite his previous opposition.

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