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Republican Rep. Tom Kean reveals depression diagnosis after absence
Original: Republican Rep. Tom Kean announces depression diagnosis after monthslong absence from Congress
Republican Rep. Tom Kean of New Jersey has announced that he has been diagnosed with depression, explaining his monthslong absence from Congress. The disclosure has drawn widespread attention and reactions across the political world, with many weighing in on his openness about mental health and questions about his return to legislative duties.
Why now: A sitting congressman publicly disclosing a depression diagnosis after a long unexplained absence is unusual and prompts discussion about mental health in politics.
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- Republican Rep. Tom Kean announces depression diagnosis after monthslong absence from Congress · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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