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Democratic Whip Clyburn: The Public Option Clawed Its Way From Being Politically Dead
Considered politically dead just weeks ago, the inclusion of a public option in comprehensive health reform clawed its way back to life bit by bit, and inch by inch, according to the House Democrats' top vote counter.
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