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“When you give the American people the tools to make the right choices for themselves, they're going to do that.”

Quote by Sylvia Mathews Burwell

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Sylvia Mathews Burwell

Sylvia Mathews Burwell is an American public official who served as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services from 2014 to 2017. Born on June 23, 1965, she has a background in public policy and has been involved in various aspects of government and non-profit work throughout her career. more

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