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Obamacare Repeal: House Republicans Take First Steps To Dismantle Affordable Care Act
Despite disagreement among party leaders about the best way forward, GOP lawmakers are taking steps to repeal the Affordable Care Act.

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Despite disagreement among party leaders about the best way forward, GOP lawmakers are taking steps to repeal the Affordable Care Act.

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