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Bart Stupak

Bart Stupak is a former American politician who served as a U.S. Congressman from Michigan from 1993 to 2011. Known for his moderate views, especially on healthcare and social issues, he was a member of the Democratic Party. Stupak gained national attention for his strong opposition to abortion rights, leading him to negotiate restrictions on federal funds for abortion in the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). His stance highlighted the importance of ideology and ethics in legislative negotiations, making him a notable figure in debates over healthcare reform and reproductive rights during his time in office.