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Farewell, Hurmon Hamilton: Reflections On A Health Reformer

The Rev. Hurmon Hamilton, a force behind health reform, is heading to California
The Rev. Hurmon Hamilton, a force behind health reform, is heading to California

By Martha Bebinger

Repeat after me, he demands: "Finish the Job!"

Reverend Hurmon Hamilton after his last State House health care rally
Reverend Hurmon Hamilton after his last State House health care rally

GBIO, working with a coalition that included Health Care for All, used the power of the crowd to help shape the state's coverage law. Now, as Hamilton leaves, his team in blue GBIO t-shirts hopes to shape legislation that will bring down health care costs and premiums.  That's the job Hamilton asks the crowd to finish. The results will test the legacy of his leadership.

This program aired on November 15, 2011. The audio for this program is not available.

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Martha Bebinger covers health care and other general assignments for WBUR.

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