Bernie Sanders
Bernie Sanders is a U.S. Senator from Vermont and a leading voice in progressive politics. A self-described democratic socialist, he has championed policies such as Medicare for All, a $15 minimum wage, student debt relief, and wealth redistribution to combat economic inequality. Sanders gained national prominence during his 2016 and 2020 presidential campaigns, which energized a grassroots movement advocating for systemic change in healthcare, climate policy, and workers’ rights. Throughout his career, Sanders has fought against corporate influence in politics and for a government that prioritizes working-class Americans. His advocacy has significantly shaped the modern progressive movement in the U.S.