... resulted in Vermont having the highest rate of health-insured youths; over 99% of Vermont's kids are covered. Another key feature of a candidate is ability to compromise. Dean takes a moderate stance on many issues, especially financial issues. Whereas many Democratic candidates have big plans for spending lots of money, Deans more conservative approach to spending allowed Vermont to replenish its $70 ... million debt. A comprehensive understanding of domestic problems such as economy, healthcare and environmental issues is critical. Not only has Howard Dean cleaned up Vermont's leaking...

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