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On the recordOctober 18, 2022
No support for universal health care, no support for taking on the prescription drug industry and lowering the cost of prescription drugs. So, this is an issue. I think we should engage on.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Senator Sanders calls for engagement on healthcare issues and criticizes the lack of support from Republicans.

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