My personal feeling, if I can interject a political note, is that I don't think it is right that basic health care is a privilege. It shouldn't be. It should be a right of all human beings. And certainly in the richest country in the world.

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This quote expresses the opinion that access to basic healthcare should not be treated as a privilege; rather, it should be regarded as a fundamental right for all individuals. The speaker emphasizes their belief that healthcare should be universally accessible, regardless of socio-economic status, citizenship, or any other discriminatory factors. Additionally, they express discontent with the idea that in a wealthy nation, such as the United States, healthcare is not considered a right but rather a privilege reserved for those who can afford it.

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