Jul 18, 2012 (Tell Me More) — Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama are dominating the airwaves, but they aren't the only people running for president. Dr. Jill Stein is running for President as the Green Party nominee. She started her career as a medical doctor and is now campaigning on issues like the economy, education, and health care. Host Michel Martin speaks with Dr. Stein about her "Green New Deal" and why she says choosing a third party is anything but a wasted vote.
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Jul 18, 2012 (Tell Me More) — Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama are dominating the airwaves, but they aren't the only people running for president. Dr. Jill Stein is running for President as the Green Party nominee. She started her career as a medical doctor and is now campaigning on issues like the economy, education, and health care. Host Michel Martin speaks with Dr. Stein about her "Green New Deal" and why she says choosing a third party is anything but a wasted vote.President Obama and Republican Mitt Romney are dominating the airwaves, but they aren't the only people running for president. Dr. Jill Stein is running as the Green Party nominee. She started her career as a medical doctor and is now campaigning on issues like the economy, education and health care. Host Michel Martin speaks with Stein about her "Green New Deal" and why she says choosing a third party is anything but a wasted vote.
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