Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 31, 2014
the wealthiest people in this country are not simply reinvesting their money in business or putting it under their mattress.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Wealthy individuals are influencing politics instead of investing in businesses.

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