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SCOTT SIMON, HOST: There have been several versions of the Republican repeal and replace bill, but none of them fix the real hole in the Affordable Care Act. That's affordability. In California, the state marketplace, Covered California, is one of th

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ESL Podcast 366 – Talking About Prices

Rosalba: Can you believe these prices? I know were in a recession, but the cost of everyday necessities shouldnt skyrocket overnight. William: I think it has something to do with the shortage of produce. I dont know why Im surprised that stores like