I will insist that any agreement in terms of a COVID-19 relief package must include not only strong unemployment benefits but a $1,200 direct payment for the working families of this country, similarly structured to what was included in the CARES package of March.
Sanders emphasizes the need for direct financial support for families in the COVID-19 relief package.
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But at the very least, a civilized, democratic, sane society can make sure that we take the financial burden of sickness off the backs of our people.
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