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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Obama 'All Fired Up' Again, but Is It Too Little, Too Late?

    President Obama is barnstorming for healthcare reform to be passed by Democrats only. But members of his own party still need convincing. Public opinion polls are not encouraging, and Republicans say, come November, any bill Democrats vote for "will be the issue in every race in America."

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    President Obama is barnstorming for healthcare reform to be passed by Democrats only. But members of his own party still need convincing. Public opinion polls are not encouraging, and Republicans say, come November, any bill Democrats vote for "will be the issue in every race in America." After yesterday' s rally for healthcare reform in Pennsylvania, Democratic Senator Arlen Specter said, "That' s the most fiery I' ve seen him since the early campaign…"

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    The Politics of Healthcare Reform; More Trouble for Toyota
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      Warren Olney

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      The Hill

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    The Politics of Healthcare Reform; More Trouble for Toyota
    1. 0:00Obama 'All Fired Up' Again, but Is It Too Little, Too Late?You’re reading this
    2. 32:46More Acceleration Problems for Toyota
    3. 46:27Northrop Gruman Drops Bidding for Aerial Refueling Planes
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