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“Experience is not the only point, judgment is. And once again, back in 2002, when we both [with Hillary Clinton] looked at the same evidence about the wisdom of the war in Iraq, one of us voted the right way and one of us didn't.”

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Bernie Sanders is an American politician who has served as the senior United States Senator from Vermont since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, he is known for his progressive policies and has been a vocal advocate for social justice, healthcare reform, and environmental protection throughout his career. more

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