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On the recordSeptember 28, 2021
But what is even more important to my mind is to finally address the long neglected needs of working families all over this country, and tell them that Congress is listening to their needs, and not just the billionaires and campaign contributors.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Senator Sanders emphasizes the need to address the needs of working families and not just the wealthy.

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