We Shouldn't Be Afraid to Call the US What It Really Is: an Oligarchy
Briefly

Bernie Sanders continues to garner public support by addressing issues of oligarchy during his recent rallies in Omaha and Iowa City. Amid overflowing crowds, critics from the elite media have dismissed his message as misunderstood or irrelevant to ordinary voters. Some commentators argue that the term 'oligarchy' is disconnected from everyday concerns, while others suggest the tour is merely a farewell for the aging politician. Despite this skepticism, there remains a significant public interest in the idea of combating oligarchy in America, highlighting a divergence between elite perspectives and grassroots sentiment.
Sanders' rallies in Omaha and Iowa City saw overflow crowds, countering claims that his message of 'Fighting Oligarchy' is misunderstood or irrelevant to voters.
Critics, including Jemele Hill, suggest Sanders' use of 'oligarchy' as a term is disconnected from voters' understanding and everyday experience.
Politico hinted Sanders' tour feels like a 'vanity send-off,' indicating skepticism about its substantive impact on American politics.
Despite elite opinion, the idea that America is opposed to oligarchy resonates with many, indicating a disconnect between pundits and the public.
Read at The Nation
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