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Sen. Bernie Sanders on Making Government Deliver

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Economic Inequality and Democratic Disillusionment

This chapter explores the implications of political losses and public frustration over economic disparities, emphasizing the need for substantial reforms in response to stagnant wages and rising living costs. The discussion highlights the influence of wealth in politics and its impact on democracy, contrasting the U.S. system with more equitable European models. Additionally, it critiques the Biden administration's efforts in drug pricing and advocates for a government that prioritizes health care as a fundamental human right.

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