At a “Fighting Oligarchy” event in Charleston, West Virginia, over 3,000 attendees gathered to hear from Senator Bernie Sanders and other speakers, including community organizer JoAnna Vance. Vance, who highlighted the devastating impact of the opioid crisis, criticized West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey for his ties to Big Pharma and for not adequately supporting the state’s recovery.
Sanders addressed the audience, emphasizing shared struggles across political lines, including inadequate wages and healthcare crises. He spoke against the influence of money in politics, advocating for electoral reforms and raising the minimum wage. The event was part of Sanders’ tour and concluded with a rallying call for collective action against oligarchic powers, urging unity among attendees to fight back against political and economic inequality.
