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Commentary: Tips from a Canadian on how Democratic candidates can dispel myths about single-payer health care

Hey America. Canada here. Yes, we're still friends, though we're going through a bit of a rough patch. (Tariffs? Really?) We wish you the best - even your president, although just 25% of us have confidence in him. Well, not just - that's a big number. I'm kind of stunned.

Never mind. I'm writing to meddle in your election. Why? Health care. It could win it or lose it for the Democrats. I watched the July debates. It's an impressive field; even the anti-vaxxer had her moments. Every candidate wants every American to have access to care. All agree the system is absurdly expensive, captured by insurers and pharma, and

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