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Bernie Sanders

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Bernie Sanders is an American politician and activist who has served as the junior United States senator from Vermont since 2007. A member of the Independent party, Sanders is known for his progressive policies and advocacy for social justice, healthcare reform, and income equality. He previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1991 to 2007, where he was the first independent elected to the House in 40 years. Throughout his career, Sanders has been a vocal critic of economic inequality and corporate influence in politics.

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Apr 23, 2024

Mr. President, here is the good news: A few weeks ago, the approval rating for Congress was 10 percent. It has gone up to 14 percent. According to a recent YouGov poll, 14 percent approve of what Congress is doing and 68 percent oppose…

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Apr 16, 2024

This is what the New York Times says: The administration-- Biden administration-- has tried many forms of pressure and admonition, including public statements, reported expressions of frustration and U.N. Security Council resolutions. None…

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Apr 16, 2024

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 17; that following the prayer and pledge, the morning hour be deemed expired, the Journal of…

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Apr 16, 2024

Mr. President, for the information of the Senate, Senators will be sworn in as jurors in the Court of Impeachment at 1 p.m. ____________________

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Apr 16, 2024

Mr. President, if there is no further business to come before the Senate, I move that it stand adjourned under the previous order. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the motion. The motion was agreed to. Thereupon, the…

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Apr 16, 2024

Mr. President, as most everybody knows, Iran recently launched several hundred drones and missiles at Israel. Fortunately, there were no fatalities. This attack was Iran's response to an Israeli airstrike on their consulate in Damascus…

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Mar 20, 2024

Mr. President, we are currently witnessing one of the worst humanitarian disasters in modern history, and the United States is complicit. Anyone who turns on the television or opens a newspaper can see the unbelievable devastation now…

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Mar 14, 2024

We have got to start asking some fundamental questions.

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Mar 14, 2024

It is unclear as to the 'longevity' of Senator Sanders' proposal regarding impacted positions.

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Mar 14, 2024

U.S. workers deserve a break. It's time for a 32-hour working week.

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Mar 14, 2024

They are fed up with being left behind and stripped of dignity.

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Mar 14, 2024

The impact of Senator Sanders' proposal on defined benefit for both union and nonunion employers could be considerable.

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