Bernie Sanders

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Contemporary Politics
  • Bernard "Bernie" Sanders is a prominent American politician known for his progressive stance and long-standing career in public service.

  • Born in Brooklyn, New York, Sanders began his political journey as the Mayor of Burlington, Vermont, serving from 1981 to 1989.

  • He then represented Vermont's at-large district in the U.S. House of Representatives for 16 years before being elected to the United States Senate in 2006.

  • Sanders gained national recognition during his presidential campaigns in 2016 and 2020, where he advocated for policies such as Medicare for All, free public college tuition, and addressing income inequality.

  • His democratic socialist views and grassroots fundraising approach have made him a influential figure in American politics.

Books by Bernie Sanders