Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 20, 2018
How do we provide quality care in a timely manner to veterans if you have so many vacancies?
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Sanders questions the VA's ability to deliver care amid staffing shortages.

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