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  • Schumer: Dems ready to go-it-alone on health care
    Schumer: Dems ready to go-it-alone on health care

    A leading Senate Democrat said Monday his party is determined to push through a health care overhaul bill with or without Republican support because the "system is broken."

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    GOP: Health test recommendations could affect care

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    Fired therapist: Stressed Marines get shoddy care

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