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Pelosi: New health care bill is 'historic moment' (AP)

 
AP - After months of struggle, House Democrats unveiled sweeping legislation Thursday to extend health care coverage to millions who lack it and create a new option of government-run insurance. A vote is likely next week on the plan patterned closely on President Barack Obama's own. (link)

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