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“But I will say, I think there are some Democrats that don't want to address pension reform. I have taken on the issue of seniority and tenure. I think we have to address entitlements and the president has done that in his budget. I think we have to extend Medicare and the president has done that. But also reinvest in that program.”

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Antonio Villaraigosa

Antonio Villaraigosa served as the Mayor of Los Angeles. Born on January 23, 1953, he is a prominent politician and social activist. more

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