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Bernie Sanders: Seniors remain economically vulnerable as long as they are one serious illness away from bankruptcy.

On the recordJune 18, 2013
Seniors remain economically vulnerable as long as they are one serious illness away from bankruptcy.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Health issues can lead to financial instability for seniors.

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