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Healthcare

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From health insurance to prescription drug prices, the cost of healthcare has been a political issue for decades.

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Significant issues around immigration

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Trade is an important part of the American economy and a key driver of many industries.

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The number of new jobs and the unemployment rate are regularly cited in the news, but they’re just part of the picture.

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Firearm background checks

Background checks for firearm purchases are managed by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NCIS).

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