Sanders, Hickenlooper have miniature hand-throwing competition mid-debate

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On Tuesday night, CNN's Democratic debate moderators stoked an argument between former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, candidates that represent opposite sides of the health care debate. Sanders couldn't avoid reacting when Hickenlooper characterized his ideas like Medicare-for-all as "radical changes," throwing his hands up in exasperation.

"Throw your hands up!" Hickenlooper snapped.

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"Okay!" Sanders said, and complied with even more enthusiasm. Not to be outdone, Hickenlooper then threw up his hands too.

The moment immediately caught the attention of everyone following along at home:

Watch the full moment below. Jeva Lange