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House opens debate on health bill

The House has opened debate on President Barack Obama's landmark health care overhaul that would extend insurance to tens of millions of Americans and enact dramatic changes to the country's medical system.

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    3. 110609_frank_ten_1_tmb0000_JPGBarney Frank present during pot bust
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