Sen. Bernie Sanders says upcoming term will ‘probably’ be his last
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., recently announced that his upcoming term in the Senate will likely be his last. At 83 years old now, he will be 89 by the time he completes this term. Sanders, who just won re-election to another six-year Senate term last month, shared this information in a conversation with Politico. When asked if his fourth term would be his final one, he responded, “I’m 83 now. I’ll be 89 when I get out of here. You can do the figuring. I don’t know, but I would assume, probably, yes.”
Sanders, a prominent left-wing lawmaker, has been in office since 2007, following a 16-year tenure in the House chamber from early 1991 through early 2007. Despite unsuccessful Democratic presidential primary bids in 2016 and during the subsequent election cycle, he maintained his position in the Senate.
In light of President-elect Donald Trump’s recent victory in the presidential contest, Sanders criticized the Democratic Party for its failure to connect with working-class voters. He expressed disappointment in the party’s abandonment of working-class individuals, highlighting a trend where various demographic groups have turned away from the Democrats.
As Sanders reflects on his political career and contemplates his final term in the Senate, he aims to address pressing issues such as economic inequality and the influence of powerful entities in politics. With a focus on combating the oligarchy’s growing economic and political power, he hopes to bring attention to the challenges faced by millions of Americans who feel disconnected from the political process.
While Sanders prepares to embark on what may be his last term in the Senate, he remains committed to advocating for progressive policies and championing the interests of ordinary Americans. As he transitions into this new phase of his career, his legacy as a vocal advocate for social and economic justice continues to shape the political landscape.
This article was written by Alex Nitzberg for Fox News Digital.
