Ash Kalra

California State Assembly member

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Assemblymember Ash Kalra defends AB 1400, his bill that would establish California universal health care by taxing businesses and citizens.

CA universal health care: Would you pay more taxes for it?

Assemblymember Ash Kalra defends AB 1400, his bill that would establish California universal health care by taxing businesses and citizens.

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