Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 6, 2011
I voted against huge tax breaks for the wealthiest people in the country.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Sanders criticizes tax breaks for the wealthy and their impact on deficits.

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