Bernie Sanders actually said...

"What we are proposing is nothing terribly radical. It is a pilot project to see what kind of need is out there."

"Untreated oral health conditions can lead to tooth loss, pain and infection, and contribute to an increased risk for serious medical conditions such as diabetes and poor birth outcomes."

"All right. Let me just jump in and ask anybody, are you aware of veterans who have serious dental needs?"

"I appreciate that very much, and I think the time is long overdue, as Rick just mentioned, for us to pass that."