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Bernie Sanders: The oligarchs have unlimited amounts of money. They own the media, they have tremendous power over the political…

On the recordApril 8, 2025
The oligarchs have unlimited amounts of money. They own the media, they have tremendous power over the political process.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont
Source
slate.com

Editor's note · Context

Sanders emphasizes the influence of wealthy elites on politics.

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