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Why a man with political power talking about depression is actually a big deal - CNN

By Madeline Holcombe

Why a man with political power talking about depression is actually a big deal - CNN

When a Republican, male politician spoke publicly about a leave he took to get help for his depression, the US saw something uncommon and needed, experts say.

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