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On the recordJune 19, 2000
it is very clear here, we are being given a choice whether we are going to stand up for our veterans and make sure they get the health guarantees and to protect them, that is why we are here, or whether we are going to cave in to the tobacco interests. That is what it appears is the easy choice here.
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Dennis Kucinich
Independent · Ohio

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Addressing the need to prioritize veterans' health over tobacco interests.

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