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Bernie Sanders: “Well, I think the evidence suggests that that is not the case. But on the other hand, what is fair to acknowledge is…”

On the recordMarch 23, 2017
Well, I think the evidence suggests that that is not the case. But on the other hand, what is fair to acknowledge is deductibles in many cases are too high. Premiums are too high. And while Obamacare has slowed down the rate of health care increase, it is going up much too fast.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Bernie Sanders counters the Republican claims about Obamacare's failure while acknowledging its shortcomings.

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