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On the recordSeptember 20, 2012
isn't it true that the ACA actually eliminated costs and gave new benefits to people that are in place now?
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Jim McDermott
Democratic · Washington

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McDermott defends the Affordable Care Act's benefits amidst criticisms of healthcare cuts.

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