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Obama in my opinion kicked ass tonight in a speech to Congress, on the ninth of September. He entertained, debated and explained his positions clearly and in an articulate manner. This was a speech that could possibly go down in history as one of the most integral moments in the battle to obtain universal healthcare.

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President Barack Obama is campaigning for his healthcare plan as he addresses Congress tonight, 8pm EST, in a joint session (NOT that type of joint session). He plans to put an end to the hysteria by outlining in a clear, but, detailed manner why we need health care reform. Also, in this speech Obama will be answering some of the questions that his opponents have put forth.  Obama will need to address the questions that pertain to death panels, taxation, quality of care and many others as well.

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The idea of universal health care in the United States has remained the figurative 800 pound gorilla in the room.  In the our history there has never been a time that needs universal health care legislation more than we do currently.  Our country needs it and we need it now!

Today we are faced with a challenge unique to the United States.  We have been led to believe that our private system is the way to go, but now it is failing.  We spend more money, in terms of per capita and in total terms, than any other nation of the planet, but yet we have almost 50 million uninsured.

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