"Besides, I have a way to shut Sanders up."
A cunning glint flashed in Leo's eyes.
"I'll bundle this proposal with the long-term goal of universal healthcare. I'll frame the delayed retirement as a way to build up funds, a tactical retreat to achieve the greater objective of true, free universal healthcare in the future."
"For the Progressives, a promise of utopia is all they need to tolerate the compromises of today."
"This is the art of politics, Vance."
"Use the slogans of the left to do the work of the right."
Vance looked at Leo, and something in his expression shifted.
"Alright."
Vance took a deep breath.
"If you can really make this happen, we can make a concession."
"We'll resume our shipments and give the Mutual Aid Alliance our best discount."
"But."
Vance added,
"We can't completely pull out of the pharmacy benefit management business in Pennsylvania. We need to retain at least half of the market share, and we must have a say in your new system."
