Don Nielsen

California Nurses Association

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Director of government relations the California Nurses Association.

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While the focus on Trump and the Russia investigation may be good for Democrats, some liberal Democrats are saying it’s time to drop that focus and get back to the issues.

Following Comey testimony, where do Democrats go from here?

While the focus on Trump and the Russia investigation may be good for Democrats, some liberal Democrats are saying it’s time to drop that focus and get back to the issues.

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