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On the recordApril 2, 2025
We spend far more per capita for health care than other nations. Yet, according to Gallup, 91 million Americans could not afford to pay for medical care if they needed it today.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Sanders criticizes the ACA and advocates for Medicare for All due to rising health care costs.

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