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Michael Bennet: “I propose that Colorado have a true public option [for…”

Featuring: Michael Bennet, Democratic | U.S. Senate, Colorado

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Colorado Democratic Gubernatorial Primary Debate

Published | Video Starts at 21:32

People are spending $10,000 a year on child care. Donald Trump didn't cause those problems. We have a health care system that is not providing affordable health care well, which is why I propose that Colorado have a true public option [for health care]. And I want to make sure that our education system is actually preparing kids for the economy that they're inheriting. And by the way, I would also say fighting Trump is not enough. (21:32–21:42)

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Proposes the implementation of a true public option for health care in Colorado.

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