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Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Rally Record Crowd in Los Angeles Against Billionaire Influence

The Fighting Oligarchy tour's largest rally yet draws 36,000 attendees, combining fiery political speeches with cultural engagement to challenge Trump-era policies and corporate dominance.

  • The Los Angeles rally on April 12, 2025, set a record for the Fighting Oligarchy tour, with 36,000 attendees gathering at Gloria Molina Grand Park.
  • Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivered sharp critiques of President Trump, accusing him of fostering an oligarchic society dominated by billionaires like Elon Musk.
  • The event blended political activism with cultural performances, featuring artists such as Neil Young, Joan Baez, and Maggie Rogers to energize the audience.
  • Sanders made a surprise appearance at Coachella later that evening, urging younger generations to take action against corporate and political elites.
  • The tour continues with upcoming stops in Utah, Idaho, and Montana, aiming to mobilize grassroots resistance in Republican-leaning areas.
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