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Medicare is health insurance available for people ages 65 or older, younger people with disabilities and people with either Lou Gehrig's disease (also called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS) or Abortion debate makes appearance in Fairfax Co. special election 01/10/2023 02:58pm • The debate over abortion in Virginia came through loud and clear Tuesday during a special election in Fairfax County, in which voters were choosing a candidate to replace Mark Keam, a longtime Democratic state delegate who resigned in September. Democrat Holly Seibold and Republican Monique Barou 11 best weekend getaways from DC 01/10/2023 11:00am • There's no denying the countless things to do and see in our nation's capital. However, the nonstop pace of Washington, D.C., can wear anyone out, and sometimes a weekend getaway is just what the doctor ordered. 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