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With historic passage of Healthcare Reform, it would be interesting to tell the story of local political and social activists, including those no longer with us, who had a hand (or forepaw) in advocating for affordable healthcare.

Babe, my service dog for eight years, barked and blogged for healthcare reform. Barked every night until she passed away, just days before the bill was signed.

Babe was good at making her self heard, at defining the issues, drawing attention to the bottom line, and what needed to be addressed. Just as she tirelessly corrected me.  Border collies are like that. 

I know it's sort of ridiculous; including a dog in the story behind grass roots advocacy for healthcare,  but it can't be as crazy as the chaos, the political absurdities we've witnessed in the last year and more.

Maybe it's time for  a lighthearted, and sobering look back.  

Many thousands of Oregonians gave of their time and resources behind the scenes and on the streets to see this thing through. Their efforts contributed to making  a difference for us, our children, and generations to come.

You can visit Babe's blog at http://www.thecolliereport.wordpress.com

or our homeblog at http://www.christopherkliks.wordpress.com

Christopher Kliks

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