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#450 – Bernie Sanders Interview

Lex Fridman Podcast

CHAPTER

Money and Politics: An Unequal Fight

This chapter explores the pervasive impact of money on political campaigns and decision-making, spotlighting how dependence on wealthy donors skews priorities away from public interest. The conversation advocates for reforms like public funding of elections to level the playing field for candidates and diminish the outsized influence of billionaires and lobbyists. It also touches on the inherent issues within the American healthcare system, proposing Medicare for All as a path towards equitable access to healthcare.

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