Bernie Sanders Calls Democrats a 'Threat to Democracy' in Podcast Interview
- Senator Bernie Sanders and comedians Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh discussed on Monday's Flagrant podcast that the Democratic Party poses a threat to democracy due to unfair primaries since 2008.
- This assessment stems from claims that party leaders rigged primaries, sidelined working-class voters, and relied excessively on wealthy donors and consultants.
- Sanders said the Democratic establishment blocks grassroots movements, and despite reluctantly endorsing Hillary Clinton in 2016, he now identifies proudly as an independent.
- He explained, "That's why I'm proudly an independent," and warned that "burning it down" would harm essentials such as schools and children's food access.
- Their critique underscores ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party before the 2024 election, highlighting concerns on party unity and leadership influence.
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Bernie Sanders throws up his hands and admits the Democrats are also a threat to democracy
Even after the chaos, cruelty, and horror of the last few months, voters still prefer Republicans over Democrats. New polling will be grim reading for Democrats hoping for a burst in popularity, with 41% of Americans having a favorable view of Republicans, compared to just 36% approving of Democrats. Bernie Sanders – a longtime critic of centrist Dem strategy – is in despair, now unable to deny that Democrats are a threat to democracy. The case …
Bernie Sanders Agrees That Democrats Are a Threat to Democracy
Bernie Sanders Admits The Democrats Are A Threat To Democracy
Bernie Sanders admits that the Democrat party is a threat to democracy. Question: There hasn’t been a fair primary since 2008… are they not also a threat to democracy? Sanders: Yep… fair enough… that is… yep. I could argue with that.” Bernie Sanders, Democrats, deomocracy
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