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Debbie Dingell: “We're the only industrialized nation in the world that…”

Featuring: Debbie Dingell, Democratic | U.S. House, Michigan, District 6

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If Trump vetoes bipartisan housing bill, it's an 'F U' to the American public: Dem Rep.

Published | Video Starts at 04:45

I just believe in this country that if you, when you're sick, you should be able to go to the doctor and get the medicine that you need, period. You shouldn't have to think, and you know what, We're the only industrialized nation in the world that doesn't guarantee its citizens [the ability to see a doctor when sick]. that. So the political fallout, there's that new Axios Ipsis poll and it shows health affordability is shaping the midterms. 45% said they are more likely to vote for a candidate who supports reinstating Affordable Care act subsidies. (04:45–04:51)

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Asserts that the U.S. is the only industrialized nation not guaranteeing healthcare access to its citizens.

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