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Chuck Schumer: “24 million Americans are now staring at impossible choices…”

Featuring: Chuck Schumer, Democratic | U.S. Senate New York

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Now, open enrollment is now here. It's the first stakeout we've had since it started. And for millions of Americans, it's not a moment of relief, it's a moment of dread. 24 million Americans are now staring at impossible choices [due to healthcare costs]. Do they pay the rent, buy groceries, or keep their health insurance? No family in America should have to make that choice. (00:26–00:30)

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Asserts that 24 million Americans face difficult choices because of healthcare costs.

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