Modern Wisdom #1010 - Bernie Sanders - Who Actually Runs the US Government?
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Oct 23, 2025 
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, known for his progressive stance on economic inequality, discusses the Democratic Party's struggles after a Trump victory. He analyzes how the party can reconnect with the working class and critiques their approach to identity politics. Sanders emphasizes the urgent need for economic reforms like affordable healthcare and childcare, and tackles the influence of billionaire funding in politics. He also voices concerns about community erosion due to technology and the implications of declining birth rates on family formation.
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Oligarchy Explains Modern Inequality
- Bernie Sanders argues the US has unprecedented income and wealth inequality driven by oligarchy.
- He links stagnant wages and $75 trillion transferred from bottom 90% to top 1% as core causes.
Essentials Have Become Disproportionately Expensive
- Prices for consumer electronics fell while healthcare and education skyrocketed.
- Sanders highlights regulated or consolidated sectors as drivers of rising essential costs.
No Kings Rallies In Washington
- Sanders recounts speaking at large No Kings rallies opposing concentrated power.
- He framed the movement as resisting oligarchs and presidents who centralize power.
