Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Rally in Tucson as 'Fighting Oligarchy Tour' Gains Momentum
Sen. Sanders and Rep. Ocasio-Cortez continue their tour in Tucson, AZ, with record crowds and renewed focus on economic inequality and opposition to Trump.
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The tour comes amid tensions within the Democratic party following a vote by Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., eight other Democrats and one independent to back a Republican crafted spending bill and avert a government shutdown last week.
AOC and Bernie Sanders draw thousands of people at 'Fighting Oligarchy' rally in Denver
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The series of "Fighting Oligarchy" events have been taking place as some Democrats have gotten an earful at town halls back home, where constituents have come out to implore them to do more to counter efforts by the Trump administration.
Sanders, AOC draw biggest crowd of their careers at rally in Denver
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The series of "Fighting Oligarchy" events have been taking place as some Democrats have gotten an earful at town halls back home, where constituents have come out to implore them to do more to counter efforts by the Trump administration.
Sanders, AOC Draw Biggest Crowd of Their Careers at Rally to Fight 'Oligarchy' in Denver
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If you’re using terms and phraseology that is not directly connecting people, then that becomes a concern in the process.
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There are signs to be read in the volatile town hall meetings that some Republican members of Congress are facing and in the tour of swing districts that Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is undertaking with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), a progressive activist argues.
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AOC Positions Herself as Party Leader
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The Democratic Party is unpopular, too.
Bernie Sanders is drawing record crowds as he pushes Democrats to 'fight oligarchy'
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Mr. Sanders is apparently among those who think that the Democrats, with whom he has long had a contentious relationship, are unsalvageable.
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Summary
Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are gaining momentum on their 'Fighting Oligarchy Tour,' with recent rallies drawing record crowds, including over 34,000 in Denver, Colorado. They emphasize their opposition to President Trump's policies favoring the wealthy, particularly criticizing his administration's ties to billionaire Elon Musk. Their tour, which aims to mobilize support for progressive policies and address the growing discontent within the Democratic Party, continues with a stop in Tucson, Arizona, where they will rally against cuts to government services and advocate for the working class. The tour highlights increasing unity among progressive voters.
Perspectives
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Republican Congressman Gabe Evans for not engaging with his constituents and highlights issues related to government funding and Medicaid cuts.
The 'Fighting Oligarchy Tour' aims to rally support against perceived inequities and the influence of wealth in politics, drawing attention to the disconnect between political rhetoric and actions within the Democratic Party.
AOC and Sanders' campaign resonated in college towns, but they are challenged by the historical support of the Democratic Party from affluent donors, raising questions about genuine commitment to anti-oligarchy sentiments.
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