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Healthcare a divisive issue in US election

Healthcare reform was key achievement for President Obama, but Romney says he will repeal it if elected.
Last Modified: 06 Nov 2012 12:19

One of the biggest issues that both candidates in the US presidential election differ on is that of healthcare.

Barack Obama's healthcare reform has been one of the most polarising topics during the US election campaign, and Mitt Romney has vowed to repeal what has been termed "Obamacare" if he is elected.

Al Jazeera's Cath Turner reports from Buffalo, New York.

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