As frustration grew with Congressional Democrats' lack of opposition to Trump's administration, Bernie Sanders launched the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour to rally Americans against threats to social programs and democratic values. Beginning in February 2023, he targeted Republican districts with the hope of galvanizing grassroots support. The tour quickly gained momentum, evolving from small venues to larger arenas as thousands attended rallies in cities like Omaha, Iowa City, and Denver, reflecting increasing public concern over rising authoritarianism and economic inequality.
Sanders made no secret in late January and early February of the fact that he was frustrated with the unfocused and often muted pushback from the congressional Democrats.
Sanders launched the 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour, an initially modest initiative that targeted Republican-held congressional districts where... it might be possible to rally enough people.
By the time he got to Kenosha, Wisconsin, in early March, the tour had moved from theaters to sports arenas, drawing thousands.
Tens of thousands of angry, frightened, and yet determined Americans showed up in Denver and Tucson and communities across the country.
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