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“Wal-Mart workers make just over $8 an hour, and they must pay more than a third of their health insurance premium if they choose to take the company's insurance. That means just about half of them don't choose to take the health insurance because they can't afford it.”

Quote by Liza Featherstone

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Liza Featherstone

Liza Featherstone is a British journalist recognized for her investigative reporting and political analysis. Born on April 21, 1969, she has made substantial contributions to understanding contemporary political issues through her insightful writing and interviews. more

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