Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez brought their “Fighting Oligarchy Tour” to Salt Lake City, speaking to a crowd of 20,000 at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. The duo criticized the influence of billionaires and President Donald Trump, rallying for economic rights and publicly-funded healthcare and education. They focused on class solidarity rather than specific policies, criticizing the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk.
Despite their anti-wealth rhetoric, critics have accused Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez of political hypocrisy due to their elite lifestyles. Sanders, an independent, has been called a millionaire railing against billionaires, while Ocasio-Cortez has been funded by at least one billionaire, Tom Steyer. The tour, funded by friends of Bernie, focuses on opposition to super PACs run by wealthy lobbyists and corporations that influence elections.
The tour aims to inspire leftist movements in conservative districts across the country, challenging the dominance of the Republican Party. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez advocate for a shift towards people-powered politics and away from oligarchy and authoritarianism. However, some, like political commentator Dave Rubin, have criticized their messaging as hypocritical, questioning their commitment to the ideals they promote.
The rally in Salt Lake City represented a call to action for progressive change and opposition to the current political system, showcasing the growing support for Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez’s message among the working and middle classes.
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