Bernard Sanders
Senator for Vermont · Independent · United States
“Mr. President, today the Senate will vote on an important resolution introduced by Senator Van Hollen--and I thank him for his work on this--introduced by myself and more than 20 of our colleagues. In January 2024, I introduced the first 502B resolution on Israel that received 11 votes.”
Senate29 September 2026Source ↗
“But we cannot talk about the West Bank without talking about what has gone on in Gaza. For nearly 3 years, the world has watched the Netanyahu government wage a genocide in Gaza. It has now killed at least 74,000 Palestinians, most of whom are women and children. It has wounded over 170,000 Palestinians.”
Senate29 September 2026Source ↗
“As Associate Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration's Bureau of Primary Health Care, he oversaw a huge expansion of community health centers, leading and strengthening one of our Nation's most successful healthcare programs and ensuring that community health centers can continue providing high-quality care in un…”
Senate6 August 2026Source ↗
“In Vermont, nearly one out of every three people receive their primary healthcare through a community healthcenter across over 90 sites--something that I and my fellow Vermonters are very proud of. I thank Jim for his support of Vermont's work to build a vibrant network of community health centers across our State.”
Senate6 August 2026Source ↗
“She first joined the NEA in 1981 as an eighth grade science teacher from Philadelphia and began her leadership journey as a local union president. She then served on the board of directors for NEA and the Pennsylvania State Education Association.”
Senate6 August 2026Source ↗
“Mr. President, I would like to recognize the accomplishments and service of Becky Pringle as she concludes her final term as the president of the Nation's largest labor union, the National Education Association, NEA.”
Senate6 August 2026Source ↗
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“And what I can tell you with absolute certainty is, whether people are conservative, whether they are Republican, whether they are progressive, whether they are moderate, whether they are Independent-- whatever they may be--there are very few people in this country who think we should give a trillion dollars in tax breaks to the rich and cut back on Medicaid, education, and nutritional programs for hungry children. So, Mr. President, what I strongly propose is that we pass a 30-day CR; that we do what has always been the case here in the Senate: have both bodies, both parties work together to come up with a good piece of legislation. With that, Mr. President, I yield the floor.”
Senate13 March 2025Source ↗
“All right. The point is, he is a dictator, and he can end the war unilaterally, in my view. I yield the floor. Unanimous Consent Request--S. Res. 110”
Senate5 March 2025Source ↗
“One brief remark because I strongly disagree on this issue with my friend. You think it takes Trump to end the war. You think that Putin alone can't end the war. Well, who do you think started the war? Who do you think runs Russia with an iron fist? If, tomorrow, Putin thought it was to his advantage to end this war, he would do it, and as a dictator, he can do it. So, with that, Mr. President, I would--I don't want to yield the floor.”
Senate5 March 2025Source ↗
“So I think it is true that there are many approaches to how we can end this war, and I agree with my friend that we all have the common goal of wanting to end this war. But I think the fastest way forward is in a bipartisan way. You have 100 U.S. Senators and hopefully 435 Members of the House who stand up and say: Mr. Putin, you started this terrible war. You are acting illegally. You are acting barbarically. Stop that war. That, in my mind, would be a major step forward to ending the atrocities we are currently seeing.”
Senate5 March 2025Source ↗
“Therefore, as in legislative session, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of S. 770, which was introduced earlier today; that the bill be considered read three times and passed; and that the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table.”
Senate27 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. President, I ask to have entered into the Record some of the finalists' essays written by Vermont High School students as part of the 15th Annual State of the Union Essay contest conducted by my office. The material follows: Finalists AMY VAUGHAN, OXBOW HIGH SCHOOL, JUNIOR Climate change is at the forefront of issues in the nation; however, its effect on farming and food systems is often overlooked.”
Senate25 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. President, since 2010, I have sponsored a State of the Union essay contest for Vermont high school students. This contest gives students in my State the opportunity to articulate what issues they would prioritize if they were President of the United States. This is the contest's 15th year, and I would like to congratulate the 475 students who participated. It is truly heartening to see so many young people engaged in finding solutions for the problems that face our country.”
Senate25 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. President, since 2010, I have sponsored a State of the Union essay contest for Vermont high school students. This contest gives students in my State the opportunity to articulate what issues they would prioritize if they were President of the United States. This is the contest's 15th year, and I would like to congratulate the nine volunteer judges who helped choose the contest winners and finalists. The contest relies on its committed team of judges.”
Senate25 February 2025Source ↗
“We are taking on enormously powerful people who really do not believe in democracy or the rule of law. But if we stand together, we are going to win this fight. And not only will we save American democracy; we are going to create the kind of Nation that I think most of us know we should become. I yield the floor.”
Senate11 February 2025Source ↗
“We can do that when we stand together and we don't let folks divide us. I yield the floor.”
Senate4 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.”
Senate4 February 2025Source ↗
“Here is what the majority leader said on November 14 with respect to the amendment process: [A]ll Members of the Senate--and not just the Members of a particular committee--should have a voice in final legislation through amendments on the floor. Members should assume that amendment votes will be the norm. That will mean taking tough votes at times, but that is part of our jobs. I would very much agree with Majority Leader Thune. The truth is that, in the past, whether it has been Republican leaders or Democratic leaders, no one debates that the amendment process has been thwarted. I hope we will see a new opening here where people will be allowed to offer amendments and take up votes. That is what we were elected to do. I yield the floor.”
Senate15 January 2025Source ↗
“Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.”
Senate15 January 2025Source ↗