Americans of all ages deserve quality end-of-life medical care.

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All people in the United States, no matter their age, should be able to get good medical care when they are near the end of their lives. This means they should have access to high-quality healthcare and treatments that can help them be comfortable and have a peaceful passing.

About Bill Nelson

Bill Nelson is an American politician and attorney who served as a U.S. Senator from Florida and is currently the Administrator of NASA. He has had a long and distinguished career in public service, including flying into space as a payload specialist in 1986. Nelson is known for his centrist and moderate political views, supporting issues like same-sex marriage, tax reform, and environmental protection.

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