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On the recordMay 10, 2011
I thank Chairman Sanders, Senator Paul, and members of the subcommittee for inviting me to come and give testimony about how we in my community have begun to lower ER visits, decrease healthcare costs, and improve the health of our patients.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Acknowledges the invitation to testify on healthcare improvements in his community.

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