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An affirmation that weakens the author's argument is information that contradicts that argument, that is, information that causes doubts about the veracity of the argument, or that shows the argument as incorrect. In this case, if the author states that it is the government's responsibility to provide and guarantee public health for all citizens, a statement that weakens this is one that contradicts, showing this argument as something inaccurate and incorrect.