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Joe Pitts: “It is basic common sense that if you require individuals to buy a one-size fits all, government-mandated health plan…”

On the recordMarch 14, 2013
It is basic common sense that if you require individuals to buy a one-size fits all, government-mandated health plan that covers everything, rather than allowing individuals to pick the plan that best fits their needs, choice will be limited and premiums will rise.
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Joe Pitts
Republican · Pennsylvania

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Pitts argues that mandated health plans limit choice and increase costs.

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