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The latest leg of the “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, spearheaded by Senator Bernie Sanders, commences tomorrow in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada. Major announcements regarding attendees and expected turnout have just been unveiled:
Today, Senator Sanders revealed an impressive roster of speakers and artists who will participate in the third segment of his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour. Over 51,000 individuals have confirmed their attendance at town halls this week, with a remarkable 25,000 already signed up for the Denver event.
Joining Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) throughout the tour, the lineup now also features Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas) in Tucson, and Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) in Las Vegas. In Denver, three additional speakers have been confirmed:
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Alvaro Bedoya, an FTC Commissioner dismissed under dubious circumstances by President Trump just yesterday
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Jimmy Williams, President of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT)
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Kim Cordova, President of United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 7
The Senator has also announced an eclectic music lineup for the tour, featuring Calexico as the headliner for the Arizona events. The Las Vegas High School Mariachi band will kick off the first stop; Rootbeer Richie and the Reveille are set to perform in Greeley; while the Freedom Singers Gospel and Xiuhtezcatl will each showcase their talents in Denver.
The anticipated Denver event, with 25,000 RSVPs, will take place at Civic Center Park. Attendees are encouraged to utilize public transport, carpool, or use ride-sharing services to mitigate anticipated traffic congestion.
The “Fighting Oligarchy” tour is strategically targeting House districts currently represented by Republicans. The mission is to galvanize local citizens to challenge the influence of oligarchs, confront Republican policies, and potentially flip House seats to Democratic control in the 2026 elections.
There is a palpable wave of grassroots discontent directed at the billionaire class, resonating even within Republican strongholds.
Leading the charge are Sanders, AOC, and other progressive figures, aiming to resonate with a broad audience.
The tour resumes tomorrow at 1 PM local time (4 PM ET).
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