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Bernie Sanders: “You know what you do? You listen to the American people and not wealthy campaign contributors.”

On the recordMay 14, 2022
You know what you do? You listen to the American people and not wealthy campaign contributors.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Senator Sanders emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the needs of the American people over wealthy donors.

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