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On the recordMarch 9, 2015
At least three veterans--Thomas Patrick Baer, Jason Simcakoski, and Jacob Ward--who were treated at the Tomah VA have tragically lost their lives.
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Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Senator Baldwin highlights the tragic deaths of veterans linked to the Tomah VA.

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