Proponents Seek To Resurrect Public Option

Courtesy NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Tue, 03/16/2010 - 10:01pm

After a messy Senate burial late last year, the government-run health insurance plan may be back. Proponents cite continued wide support and the fact that this time it needs fewer votes to pass in the Senate.

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