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Kristin Lyerly: “Governor Evers has tried to expand Medicaid, what, like…”

Featuring: Kristin Lyerly, Democratic | Former Candidate, U.S. House Wisconsin, District 8

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It is so much more than just a hospital. The economic impact is huge. But let's start by talking about Medicaid. You've called health care a top issue for Wisconsin voters. Governor Evers has tried to expand Medicaid, what, like seven times, and he hasn't been able to get it done. What makes you think you can succeed where he has not been able to? Well, when I take into consideration the past couple of years, other than Governor Evers, I've … (03:13–03:20)

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Asserts that Governor Evers has attempted to expand Medicaid seven times without success.

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