Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ Tour Draws Massive Crowds in Idaho
Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s "Fighting Oligarchy" tour made a significant impact in Idaho, attracting unprecedented crowds in traditionally conservative regions. On April 14, 2025, the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa was filled to capacity with 12,500 attendees, surpassing the number of registered Democrats in Canyon County. (apnews.com)
The tour, which also included stops in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Los Angeles, California, has drawn nearly 255,000 people across 17 rallies in 11 states over the past six weeks. (commondreams.org) In Nampa, Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez addressed issues such as income inequality, corporate influence in politics, and the need for government-run healthcare. They emphasized the importance of unity, stating, "We are one people," and criticized the dominance of billionaires in politics. (dailymotion.com)
The rallies have resonated with Democratic voters nationwide. A recent Harvard/Harris poll found that 72% of Democratic voters support politicians advocating for a more aggressive stance against President Trump’s administration, favoring leaders who "fight harder" over those willing to "compromise." (commondreams.org)
The "Fighting Oligarchy" tour continues to energize progressive communities, signaling a growing movement against the concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few.
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s ‘Fighting Oligarchy’ Tour Draws Massive Crowds in Idaho:
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