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Sanders goes into Wednesday night’s debate leading the national polls with Biden a distant second and Bloomberg hot on Biden’s heels.

The candidates shared their thoughts on President Trump and impeachment. This is Bloomberg’s first appearance on the debate stage.

He also has come under attack for reported sexist comments and foul language. Biden attacked Bloomberg for his views on former President Barack Obama.

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