Pres. Obama: Health reform must include public option

Posted Jul 17, 2009, 11:31 PM PT by Jed Lewison • First broadcast: Jul 18, 2009

Any plan I sign must include an insurance exchange: a one-stop shopping marketplace where you can compare the benefits, cost and track records of a variety of plans – including a public option to increase competition and keep insurance companies honest – and choose what’s best for your family.

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