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Bernie Sanders And Franklin D. Roosevelt: A Social Analysis

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Over the past elections, it seems as though politicians have taken action based on the profit and influence. The 1% of the country controls more wealth than the other 99% of American Citizens; there is no fairness. Bernie Sanders, the democratic socialist, believes this too. Americans have been taught that socialism is wholly wrong and our country cannot incorporate the idea and system; nevertheless, Franklin D. Roosevelt implemented social reforms. This brought citizens hope and a new way of living; children no longer worked in mills and fields, women no longer suffered and the progressive income tax system was organized. The term socialism can exist without the accompanying negative portrayal. Sanders will bring options for America. Health

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