In a wide-ranging interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, 83-year-old Senator Bernie Sanders, I‑Vt., tackled questions about a potential future presidential run and outlined what he would prioritize on his first day in office.
Revisiting a Possible Campaign
When host Joe Rogan asked, “Are you gonna run for president again?”, Sanders responded with candid self-reflection: “I am 83 years of age. I’m not sure the American people would be too enthusiastic.” Rogan pointed out Sanders remains sharp—he’s “a couple of years older than Biden”—to which Sanders replied with a modest laugh.
Focusing on Campaign Finance Reform
Inviting Sanders to imagine winning in 2016, Rogan pushed further:
“What would you have done the first day in office?” Sanders emphasized that it would have extended beyond day one, centering on campaign finance reform. He advocated for publicly funded elections so “every candidate gets the same amount of money”—a measure he believes is vital to curb billionaire influence in politics.
Broader Reflections on U.S. Policy
Sanders also discussed foreign aid and domestic influence:
- He urged pausing U.S. military assistance to Israel until humanitarian conditions improve in Gaza.
- He criticized powerful lobbying groups like AIPAC, saying they “have already knocked off good members of Congress.”
- He warned that corrupt campaign finance—“on both sides”—threatens the future of American democracy.
Current Activities & Political Terrain
During the interview, Sanders spoke about his ongoing “Fight Oligarchy” tour, aimed at highlighting bipartisan frustration with the status quo and building momentum for structural reform.
With input from Fox News
