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Democrats say drug discount card an "embarrassment"

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WASHINGTON, June 2 (Reuters) - Democrats lambasted the new Medicare drug discount card on Wednesday, saying that the small enrollment shows that the program is confusing and the benefits meager.

"Seniors have overwhelmingly rejected the drug discount card. ... This is a huge embarrassment to the administration," said Senate Democratic Leader Tom Daschle of South Dakota.

Months after it was enacted, the Medicare law remains controversial in this election year.

Republicans say they have delivered on a promise to help senior citizens afford their medicines. Democrats say the new law is a sham, doing more to bolster drug manufacturers and health insurers than the frail and elderly.

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