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Catering to lobbyists, not people’s needs

The Gazette Opinion Staff

Oct. 21, 2009 12:33 am

I have wonderful health insurance that I thank God for every day. But I can't believe what's happening in Washington. Our elected representatives give in to political pressure and lobbyists gifts, rather than make the choices that must be made to care for Americans. I fear this is no longer a democracy.

Cate Barker

Cedar Rapids

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