Summary
Bernie Sanders won reelection to a fourth U.S. Senate term, defeating Republican Gerald Malloy and several minor candidates.
The 83-year-old Vermont independent, known for his democratic socialist views, has been a key figure in progressive causes, collaborating with the Biden administration on domestic policies like health care and workers’ rights.
Sanders cited threats to democracy, economic inequality, and climate change as motivations for seeking another term.
Malloy, a former Army officer and businessman, criticized Sanders for lack of results, while Sanders emphasized his record and commitment to progressive reforms.
Imagine if the Democrats didn’t fuck over this man when he ran for President.
There’s a timeline somewhere where I’m a patriot…
It’s great to see that Sanders is so popular. It’s sad to see that politicians of his caliber are so rare that if he ever retires, his absence will be painful.
6 year term starting at 83 years old. That’s ridiculous. I like the guy, but seriously why is our country so fucked up that we would vote for someone for a 6 year position when they are ten years older than their expected life span.
So what? At 113% expected age, let’s see if we can stack the stress of fighting a dictatorship forcing it’s way into fruition. Good look mate
Look into what a politicians salary is… unless your willing to be completely self sacrificing or come from old money, there is no altruistic way to maintain a position. There are very few exceptions, and any of them, like AOC could earn 10x absolute min via other methods at this point that would be illegal to do with her still in her seat.
$174,000/yr…glad we have so many self-sacrificing, altruistic politicians willing to take that measly peanut salary
He of all people has earned a retirement, but I’m still thankful that he’ll be around to add a voice of sanity.
I hate that we still need him, he’s 83 and should be putting his feet up but I’m glad he’s down for another term.
AOC, I guess but we need more people who actually give a shit about the people they represent.
I think we need to pay a lot more then. You should be able to support a family on a congressional salary. Which doesn’t seem currently possible given that it seems like you basically need to maintain two residences and travel costs.
According to Google, they haven’t received a COLA for 15 years…
Sanders should do the AMLO and found a new party modeled following his ethical views. He will die soon, don’t bury his ideas with him.
