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Title: Bernie Sanders Post by: Jitendra Hydonus on Jun 30, 2026 07:18 pm https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1EJ7SKZ9eA/?mibextid=wwXIfr
We need to tell the ruling class of this nation; They cannot have it all. Title: Re: Bernie Sanders Post by: Jitendra Hydonus on Jul 01, 2026 10:43 am https://www.facebook.com/share/r/181nND1gM8/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Title: Re: Bernie Sanders Post by: Jitendra Hydonus on Jul 18, 2026 01:52 am In this video, Senator Bernie Sanders outlines several critical issues facing the United States and the world, emphasizing the need for legislative action to protect working families and democracy. He identifies the following key areas of concern:
• Fighting Authoritarianism (0:50 - 2:24): Sanders criticizes the current administration's actions and discusses his efforts to reduce funding for ICE and support grassroots organizations fighting against federal occupation of communities. • Addressing Oligarchy and Wealth Inequality (3:20 - 9:35): Sanders argues that extreme wealth concentration in the hands of the top 1% threatens democracy. He advocates for a "billionaire's wealth tax"—which he claims could raise over $4 trillion—to fund programs including: • Direct $3,000 payments to families earning $150,000 or less. • Substantial investment in affordable housing and universal childcare. • Expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing needs. • Ensuring a minimum teacher salary of $60,000 and protecting Medicaid. • The Threat of AI and Robotics (9:40 - 13:50): He expresses concern over the unchecked development of AI and robotics, citing the risk of massive job displacement and potential threats to privacy and democracy. He discusses the potential existential risks if AI becomes independent of human control and announces his intention to introduce legislation for a moratorium on the construction of new data centers to slow this process and conserve resources https://youtu.be/8i5jzpHgIEc?is=fSpwfYmufwfiwIuV Title: Re: Bernie Sanders Post by: Jitendra Hydonus on Jul 22, 2026 04:50 am This left Congress divided - what do you think is right? Bernie Sanders Pushes 5% Billionaire Tax to Fund $12,000 for Families 💰📊 Senator Bernie Sanders has proposed a 5 percent annual tax on the wealthiest Americans, targeting billionaires to generate revenue for public support programs. The plan would impact around 938 individuals and is projected to raise nearly $4.4 trillion over ten years, based on economic estimates. The proposal includes direct payments to families earning under $150,000, with households of four potentially receiving up to $12,000. It also aims to expand Medicare benefits, increase teacher salaries, and reduce childcare costs, focusing on broader economic support for middle- and lower-income groups. Supporters view the measure as a step toward reducing wealth concentration, while critics warn it could discourage investment and trigger financial shifts. With Congress divided, the proposal faces major legislative hurdles, reflecting ongoing debates over taxation, fairness, and economic policy in the United States. #fblifestyle #photography #community #BernieSanders #WealthTax #USPolitics References: BBC News: Bernie Sanders Proposes Wealth Tax Plan Reuters: US Lawmakers Debate Billionaire Tax Proposal CNN: Sanders Introduces Wealth Redistribution Plan Fox News: Critics Raise Concerns Over Wealth Tax Impact |