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Sanders Justifies Private Jets for Working-Class Campaign

5/8/2025

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Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., passionately defends his use of private jets for his "Fighting Oligarchy" tour, aimed at tackling corporate power in politics. He insists that the Democratic Party must offer a robust agenda for the working class, rather than just opposing President Trump. His campaign has invested over $221,000 in these flights.

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Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., passionately defends his use of private jets for his "Fighting Oligarchy" tour, aimed at tackling corporate power in politics. He insists that the Democratic Party must offer a robust agenda for the working class, rather than just opposing President Trump. His campaign has invested over $221,000 in these flights.