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Ted Cruz: “Its extent is decided not by politicians but by any doctor…”

Featuring: Ted Cruz, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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There is no way to verify whether he actually provided the quote services unless his own mother is willing to testify against him. This poverty program is different from things like food stamps because it has no monetary cap. And Its extent is decided not by politicians but by any doctor willing to sign a form saying you could use some help around the house. It only takes one doctor who will say yes to churn out enough forms to bankrupt a state. To bankrupt a state. (16:19–16:27)

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Asserts that the extent of a poverty program is determined by doctors, not politicians.

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