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Gene Green: Five years ago, Congress acted upon the principle that in America, health care is not a privilege for a few, but a right…

On the recordSeptember 8, 2015
Five years ago, Congress acted upon the principle that in America, health care is not a privilege for a few, but a right for all.
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Gene Green
Democratic · Texas

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Green emphasizes the ACA's role in making healthcare a right for all Americans.

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