Senator Bernie Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy Tour is drawing massive crowds, even in traditionally Republican states, directly challenging the influence of billionaires like President Trump and Elon Musk. Rallies have attracted tens of thousands of attendees, prompting denials from Trump regarding attendance figures and accusations from Musk of paid protesters. Sanders’ message focuses on the need to combat oligarchy and create a government that works for all, not just the wealthy elite, emphasizing a grassroots movement to counter the influence of the 1%. The tour continues across the country, highlighting growing public support for a more aggressive stance against the current administration.
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Three months into his second term, President Trump’s approval rating stands at 44%, with 51% disapproving, largely due to negative economic assessments. His administration, heavily influenced by Elon Musk, faces widespread public distrust; Musk’s favorability rating is notably low, even below that of federal employees. Concerns about weakening democracy and the influence of oligarchy are also prevalent. Ultimately, Trump and Musk’s joint performance has failed to meet public expectations, potentially jeopardizing both their political standing.
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At a massive Los Angeles rally, Senator Bernie Sanders decried the current political climate as a moment of “extraordinary danger,” directly criticizing President Trump’s policies. Sanders, joined by Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and musical performers, argued that the U.S. is operating under an oligarchic system prioritizing the wealthy over the working class. The rally, contrasting sharply with Trump’s enthusiastic reception at a UFC event, drew an estimated 36,000 attendees. The “Fight Oligarchy” tour continues this week with further stops planned across several states.
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Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders launched a three-day tour across the Southwest, rallying Democrats against what they termed a move towards oligarchy by figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Large crowds attended their events in Las Vegas and Tempe, Arizona, where Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez emphasized the need for policies like universal healthcare and a living wage. Ocasio-Cortez’s comments hinted at a potential challenge to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, while the tour contrasted sharply with the reception some Republicans and moderate Democrats have faced amidst anti-DOGE protests. The tour will conclude with rallies in Colorado and a return to Arizona.
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Senator Bernie Sanders’ “Fighting Oligarchy” tour is drawing record crowds, fueled by frustration with President Trump’s administration and the Democratic Party’s perceived inaction. Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are highlighting the growing influence of billionaires like Elon Musk in dismantling government programs and advocating for policies addressing income inequality, healthcare, and climate change. The Democratic Party’s unpopularity, stemming from perceived inaction against Trump’s agenda, is driving voters towards Sanders’ message. While some Democrats are echoing similar concerns, Sanders’ unique position as an independent allows him to effectively mobilize voters across the political spectrum.
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Recent economic policies, including steep tariffs and threatened trade wars, have raised concerns about a deliberate attempt to destabilize the economy. Observers suggest this strategy mirrors “disaster capitalism,” exploiting economic chaos to benefit a select few at the expense of the majority. The resulting crisis could allow wealthy individuals and oligarchs to acquire assets cheaply and consolidate power, mirroring patterns observed during previous economic downturns. This theory posits that the current economic turmoil is not accidental but rather a calculated move to enrich a specific group of individuals and strengthen their influence.
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Bernie Sanders’s “National Tour to Fight Oligarchy” is drawing massive crowds, exceeding 10,000 attendees at a recent Michigan rally. The tour focuses on combating the influence of the billionaire class and the “Big Lie” politics prevalent in the current political climate. Sanders links this fight to historical struggles for social justice, emphasizing the need for ordinary people to resist oppression. The tour strategically targets districts with narrow Republican wins, aiming to pressure lawmakers against proposed cuts to vital social programs while highlighting the growing wealth disparity in the United States.
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President Trump’s State of the Union address largely ignored the pressing issues facing working-class Americans, focusing instead on unsubstantiated claims and distractions. His speech prioritized the interests of the billionaire class, evident in the presence of numerous billionaires at his inauguration and the proposed budget cuts to vital programs like Medicaid. The address instead highlighted false narratives about the 2020 election, the January 6th insurrection, and Social Security, diverting attention from critical concerns such as healthcare affordability, income inequality, and the climate crisis. The resulting policies would exacerbate existing inequalities, increasing taxes for the majority while benefiting the wealthy.
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President Trump delivered a nearly two-hour address to Congress, his longest yet, covering topics ranging from personnel firings to trade disputes and praising private sector initiatives. Senator Sanders walked out, denouncing the speech as containing “the big lie”—false claims about Social Security recipients—and criticized the lack of focus on working-class issues. Sanders further condemned the administration as a “government of, by, and for the billionaire class,” highlighting proposed budget cuts to Medicaid. He concluded by urging Americans to unite against oligarchic power.
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Town hall meetings in Omaha and Iowa City this weekend mark the beginning of a nationwide grassroots movement to counter Trumpism. This movement aims to defeat Trumpism not through Washington politics, but by mobilizing Americans against oligarchy and for policies benefiting working people. Success hinges on countering Trump’s financial and media advantages and his disregard for democratic norms and the rule of law, while simultaneously pushing for progressive policies such as universal healthcare and a living wage. The upcoming Republican “reconciliation” bill, which offers massive tax cuts to the wealthy while slashing crucial social programs, serves as a key battleground for this movement.
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John Q. Hosedrinker