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Bernie Sanders: If they to accept the benefits of being Americans, they are going to have to accept their responsibilities as well.

On the recordMay 18, 2015
If they to accept the benefits of being Americans, they are going to have to accept their responsibilities as well.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Sanders emphasizes the need for the wealthy to contribute to society.

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