Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) contradicted Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s (D-NY) insistence that his caucus is unified, deepening a divide that is growing between the establishment and progressive wings of the Democratic Party.
During a CNN interview Wednesday, Sanders, a progressive ringleader who caucuses with Democrats, was pressed on Schumer’s remarks that the party is “totally united.” The Vermont senator expressed skepticism at the leader’s claim, suggesting that “the old Democratic establishment” doesn’t have a clear agenda, is controlled by corrupt special interest groups, and lacks the fire needed to win elections that progressives bring to the table.
“United around what? Are we united around guaranteeing healthcare to all people? … Are we united in tackling a corrupt campaign finance system?” he questioned. “How do you deal with politics in America without understanding that billionaires play an enormously destructive role in both political parties?”
“You need an agenda,” Sanders continued. “[What] the Democrats need to do right now is to have the courage to take on the very powerful special interests who, to a large degree, control the political process and the legislative process in the United States.”
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Author: Marty Kaufmann
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