Senator Specter--who has long-championed community health promotion programs--and Senator Harkin--who recently introduced YMCA-endorsed legislation that contains many excellent provisions aimed at strengthening community-based health programs--are both to be commended for your leadership and vision.
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Commending Senators for their leadership in community health programs.
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