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The discussion then turns to practical examples—like Bernie Sanders' proposal for a single-payer healthcare system in the United States. While conceptually appealing, the speaker notes that such a system worked in Vermont for a small population but collapsed when scaled to the entire country. This indicates the impossibility of fully replicating small-scale socialist programs at a national level.
The Underlying Truths About Political Ideology
A critical clarification is made: Democratic socialists like Bernie Sanders and AOC are not traditional Democrats but operate under a distinct ideological umbrella. Many Americans misunderstand this difference, leading to confusion about policy goals and the nature of their proposals.