2016 Presidential Polls Update: Latest Democratic Debate Heats Up
In the third presidential debate between Democrats aiming for the country's highest post, Hillary Clinton made it clear that she is looking to build on what current President Barack Obama has established.
The former Secretary of State said she is looking to quench the "systematic racism" that's been going on in the United States' criminal justice system. She ranted on the injustices and inequalities that the country still suffers from, adding that "mistrust" between police officers is one of the biggest issues that the country is faced with.
Clinton also said there is a dire need for trust to be restored in the justice system, but she also commended officers around the United States who are striving to do their jobs well and fill in the gap between divisions in terms of race.
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Bernie Sanders, on the other hand, addressed the issue on heroin addiction that has been plaguing New Hampshire and other states. He said one of the problems is within the medical realm wherein doctors and pharmacies should know when to give out opiates and when they should stop. "Addiction is a disease, not a criminal activity," he said.
Martin O'Malley added that the heroin crisis should be a call to the government. He said the issue should be met with the same urgency as the time when West Africa suffered from outbreaks of Ebola.
Sen. Sanders then ended his statement with a story of how his family started at the same spot where most Americans are at the moment. He relived the memories of living in a Brooklyn apartment and finally vowed to create an America where people will be proud to say that the government is for the people, "not just a handful of billionaires."
O'Malley ended his speech by stating that he is looking toward a future that speaks of safety, good health, and lots of opportunities for his children and family. He added that a good life for his family is the foundation of his campaign, despite being an underdog in the race.
Finally, the former First Lady concluded that the general population should remember the importance of a Democrat taking over President Obama's seat. She noted that when a Republican takes seat, social security systems and health care will possibly be privatized, which isn't good news at all to the general community.
Finally, she mentioned what is the biggest craze in the whole world today: "Star Wars." Looking into the audience, she thanked them for their time and said, "May the force be with you."
