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Can a New Political Party Save America From Itself?

Paul Street / Truthdig Dec 11, 2018 Led by Bernie Sanders' former staffers, the Movement for a People’s Party aims to offer what Democrats never will: an authentic opposition. Dig deeper ( 10 Min. Read )

Et Tu, Bernie?

Chris Hedges and Mr. Fish / Truthdig Jun 17, 2018 Sen. Bernie Sanders, once an independent maverick, has been politically neutered by the Democratic Party establishment and is becoming a parody of himself. Dig deeper ( 9 Min. Read )

Can Bernie Sanders’ ‘Our Revolution’ Movement Go Forward?

Staff / Truthdig Aug 27, 2016 Larry Cohen (pictured), the organization's incoming board chairman, and Claire Sandberg, who recently resigned as its digital organizing director, discuss the controversy over the involvement of Jeff Weaver, who managed the Vermont senator's presidential campaign. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Cenk Uygur of The Young Turks: Have Some Faith in Bernie Sanders’ ‘Our Revolution’

Staff / Truthdig Aug 26, 2016 Uygur urged Sanders supporters who are disappointed with the announcement of the senator’s new organization to trust the group's leaders unless they betray their core principles. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Bernie Sanders’ Endgame Is an Opportunity for the Radical Left

Staff / Truthdig Jul 20, 2016 The fundamental premise of Sanders’ campaign—that his “political revolution” can be accomplished within the confines of capitalism—is incorrect. That will soon be clear. Dig deeper ( 10 Min. Read )

The Escalating Fight Between Barney Frank and Bernie Sanders

Staff / Truthdig Jun 4, 2016 Tensions flared this week between the former Massachusetts congressman and Sanders’ campaign manager over Sanders’ attempts to replace Frank on the Democratic National Committee, but this is not the first time the two sides have come to blows. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Is Hillary Clinton Responsible for the Rise of Islamic State, as Sanders’ Campaign Manager Claimed?

Juan Cole / Truthdig Apr 10, 2016 Bernie Sanders’ campaign manager, Jeff Weaver, stated on Thursday that Hillary Clinton’s policies were responsible for the "rise and expansion of ISIS throughout the Middle East." Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )