Senator Bernie Sanders recently visited Shreveport, Louisiana, drawing a crowd of over 1,800 at the Municipal Auditorium. His speech addressed economic inequality, military aid to Israel, and the ongoing crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the need to focus on domestic issues rather than military involvement abroad. This event was part of his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, aimed at discussing the influence of corporate interests in America. Sanders, a prominent progressive Democrat, is known for his grassroots movements and was previously the mayor of Burlington, Vermont. Shreveport is notably located in a predominantly red state but has some Democratic representation.

