Democrat Infighting Explodes as Bernie Sanders Turns on Party Bosses [WATCH]

Sen. Bernie Sanders defended the progressive wing of the Democratic Party during an interview with CBS News’ Margaret Brennan, pushing back on criticism from longtime Democratic strategist Rahm Emanuel and arguing that voters across the country are rejecting the party’s establishment.

The exchange centered on Emanuel’s contention that progressive messaging is hurting Democrats politically. Brennan asked Sanders to respond to Emanuel’s criticism.

“He’s saying those are losing messages that are going to hurt the party overall,” Brennan said. “How do you respond?”

Sanders dismissed Emanuel’s position and suggested it reflects the priorities of Democratic insiders rather than rank-and-file voters.

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“That is what that is what Rahm Emanuel is saying, who no doubt has the support of millions of working class people,” Sanders said.

He acknowledged ongoing ideological divisions within the Democratic Party.

“Look, this is an argument. There’s no debate. There is a strong division within the Democratic Party,” Sanders said.

According to Sanders, the divide is between party leaders he says rely on wealthy donors and a growing progressive movement seeking major policy changes.

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“You have an establishment like Rahm Emanuel, who are dependent on billionaire campaign contributors and want to maintain the status quo,” Sanders said. “Then you have a progressive movement.”

Sanders argued that recent political developments demonstrate growing support for progressive candidates and policies in several states.

“What is getting these guys nervous is we are winning all over this country,” he said. “It’s not only Mamdani in New York City, is in New Jersey. It’s in Ohio. It’s in Colorado.”

He contended that dissatisfaction extends beyond Democratic voters and includes frustration with both major political parties.

“People are sick and tired of the Rahm Emanuels, and the Democratic establishment and the Republican establishment,” Sanders said.

Sanders said many Americans are asking why the United States has not adopted a universal healthcare system similar to those in other developed nations.

“They are asking simple questions, Margaret,” Sanders said. “Why, in God’s name, are we the only major country on earth not to guarantee health care to all people as a human right?”

He continued, “Pretty simple question. Canada does it. Europe does it. Somehow we can’t do it.”

Sanders also pointed to wealth inequality, citing businessman Elon Musk as an example.

“Why do we have an economy in which one man, Mr. Musk, owns more wealth than the bottom half of American society?” Sanders asked.

He also questioned whether future generations will enjoy the same economic opportunities as previous ones.

“Why do the economists tell us that in the richest country in the history of the world, our kids will likely have a lower standard of living than their parents?”

Sanders argued that growing economic frustration is fueling demands for sweeping political and economic reforms.

“The American people are tired of a rigged economy, a corrupt campaign, finance system,” Sanders said.

He concluded by arguing that voters are seeking fundamental change rather than preserving existing political leadership.

“They want real change,” Sanders said. “They don’t want Rahm Emanuel and the establishment maintaining the status quo.”

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