Political Quotes

On the recordJune 18, 2013
Should we turn our backs on the people who raised us, the people who fought in wars, and allow them to suffer?
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Senator Sanders emphasizes the moral obligation to support seniors.

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