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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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Nov 13, 2023

But if the benefits of joining a union are so good, then there is no reason union should have to coerce or strong arm people to join.

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Nov 13, 2023

There is no sign that the Majority Leader will bring it to the Senate floor, and it doesn't even have unanimous support from Democrats.

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Nov 13, 2023

The right to form a union and collectively bargain is federally guaranteed, and ensuring its protection is of the utmost importance.

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Nov 13, 2023

We are in a -- I mean, really unspeakably horrible situation. Hamas begins the war with a terrorist attack, kills 1,300 Israelis.

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Nov 13, 2023

I have said over and over again in Democratic caucus on media, that if the Democrats want to do well in 2024, they have got to make it clear which side they are on.

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Nov 13, 2023

How do we create an economy that works for all of us, all of our people, and not just the few?

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Nov 13, 2023

We have more income and wealth inequality than any time since the Gilded Age.

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Nov 13, 2023

Unions are necessary for a stable economy, our safety, our security, and our democracy.

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Nov 13, 2023

When you go to work at UPS as a Teamster, you get the highest wages in the industry, you get a pension, you get real protections on the job, and you get a fully paid health care plan that's better than the one I have as General President…

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Nov 13, 2023

It is essential, that right to organize is essential to building an economy that works for all Americans.

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Nov 13, 2023

I would like to especially acknowledge Chairman Sanders' role in helping pass this legislation, along with many other Members of this Committee, including Dr. Cassidy who worked to extend the program that saved our jobs and our industry.

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