The Incredible Stories Behind 50+ Iconic Historical Photos
A Young Rebel with a Cause
Here’s Bernie Sanders, looking not-so-senatorial as he’s being arrested for participating in a peaceful protest in Birmingham, Alabama. This moment, from the 1960s, shows Bernie standing up against racial inequality during a demonstration led by none other than Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Fast-forward to the future. Bernie became a U.S. Senator from Vermont in 2007 after serving 16 years in the House of Representatives. Known for his progressive stances, he’s championed Medicare for All, tuition-free college, and a $15 minimum wage.
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