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Americans are beginning to reject the influence of oligarchy. Senator Bernie Sanders has been attracting sizable crowds on his Fighting Oligarchy tour, with attendance swelling even further since Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined him on his western leg.
Senator Sanders shared his experience from a recent event in Arizona on X:
Incredible. 15,000 in Tempe last night. Just 12 days prior to the 2024 election, Trump couldn’t fill this same venue. @AOC and I had overflow crowds. Americans are rejecting oligarchy and authoritarianism. Next stop, Greeley, CO. Looking forward to a huge turnout in Denver tonight.
Indeed, a staggering crowd of over 25,000 is anticipated in Denver, Colorado, this Friday.
While the turnout numbers are certainly impressive, it’s crucial to consider the significance of their locations.
The Fighting Oligarchy tour is strategically targeting swing districts where Republicans currently hold House seats.
The overarching aim is not just to rally support against oligarchy but to flip the House in the upcoming 2026 elections.
Disgruntled constituents attending town halls in traditionally red states are finding solidarity with left-leaning groups that are mobilizing in response.
At their rallies, Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez have made it a priority to welcome individuals regardless of their past voting choices.
They embrace both Trump supporters and those who backed Kamala Harris, emphasizing that this movement transcends party lines.
Ultimately, it is about the “green”—the billionaires trying to siphon wealth from the U.S. treasury into their own pockets while dismantling essential programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid.
In places where Trump struggled to draw crowds, Sanders and AOC are finding enthusiastic support.
Something significant is unfolding in America, and as Trump faces his own challenges, this movement is gaining momentum.
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