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Bernie Sanders: I have just introduced an idea that Dr. Hall has confirmed is accurate, and that if we go the approach that I suggested…

On the recordJanuary 31, 2017
I have just introduced an idea that Dr. Hall has confirmed is accurate, and that if we go the approach that I suggested, you do not have to cut Social Security benefits.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Sanders claims his approach can avoid cuts to Social Security benefits.

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