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According to updates from Bernie Sanders’ campaign team on social media, the Fighting Oligarchy rally held this past Saturday attracted an impressive turnout.
The Sanders political operation posted on X:
Thank you, Los Angeles! We already have 15,000 attendees on site.
@AOC
and I won’t take the stage for a couple more hours. This is shaping up to be a significant event.
As evidenced by the video below, the crowd continued to swell:
Mainstream media outlets have been analyzing the significance of these large crowds at the Fighting Oligarchy events, though the explanation is fairly straightforward.
People are frustrated and increasingly unwilling to accept a political system dominated by billionaires, where government actions prioritize the interests of a select few over the majority.
Senator Sanders is rallying support nationwide to help reclaim control of the House for the Democrats, a shift that would inevitably render Trump a powerless figurehead. A Democratic-controlled House could initiate investigations and foster accountability for Trump and his administration.
In my assessment, one of the most impactful outcomes of Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy tour is its demonstration of grassroots mobilization to both Democrats and the mainstream media. Although the press hasn’t fully embraced the significance of these rallies, they can no longer ignore the collective voice of the people.
Senate Democrats, noticing the enthusiasm surrounding Sanders’ events, are now reconsidering their own level of engagement.
In contrast, the House Democratic Caucus has been more proactive in countering Trump since his inauguration, while Senate Democrats have been relatively passive.
The Fighting Oligarchy Tour has consistently filled venues at every stop. With at least three competitive House districts in Southern California poised for 2026, Senator Sanders and Representative Ocasio-Cortez are not merely vacationing in LA; they are actively working to flip House seats and disseminate the message that oligarchy has no place in the United States.
What are your thoughts on the large turnout for the Los Angeles Fighting Oligarchy rally? Share your views in the comments below.
