Health reform hits Senate speed bumps


	Health reform hits Senate speed bumps

Newzworth

6-18-2009 3:40 AM

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Newzworth says:

This plan is destined to crash and burn. I just hope it crashes before the entire country full of paying businesses and citizens are compelled to jump on board.

You cant pay for it; You cant get everyone insured' just LEAVE IT ALONE!

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