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Thu Nov 19, 2015, 05:19 PM Nov 2015

Bernie Sanders Explains Democratic Socialism In 6 Clips

In six clips, here's how Sanders explained Democratic socialism:

On poverty, Sanders said the U.S. needs to look to other countries that have done a "far better job" in protecting working families, the elderly, children and the poor:

On health care, he called for a Medicare-for-all, single-payer health care system:

On higher education, Sanders once again called the "right" to free tuition at public colleges and universities. "Is this a radical social idea?" he asked. "I don't think so":

On the environment, Sanders said the U.S. has a "moral responsibility" to combat climate change:

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http://www.npr.org/2015/11/19/456668030/bernie-sanders-explains-democratic-socialism-in-6-clips

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