But he and others were brought to their feet by the encouraging words of Democratic Congressman Luis Gutierrez of Illinois.

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Representative LUIS GUTIERREZ (Democrat, Illinois): After extensive discussions with the president, I believe we have a health care bill I can vote yes for.

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Democratic lawmakers, including New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez and Illinois Congressman Luis Gutierrez, spoke while Latino musicians Olga Tanon and La Santa Cecilia performed.

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