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I would prefer a public option that would be a competitive option that would allow people to buy into a Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, which is a series of private plans.

Amy Klobuchar

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Amy Klobuchar
Age: 64
Born: 1960
Born: May 25
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Minnesota
Amy Jean Klobuchar
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