Bernie Sanders Interview | Lex Fridman Podcast #450

Bernie Sanders is a US Senator from Vermont and a two-time presidential candidate.
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*OUTLINE:*
0:00 - Introduction
1:40 - MLK Jr
4:33 - Corruption in politics
15:50 - Healthcare in US
24:23 - 2016 election
30:21 - Barack Obama
36:16 - Capitalism
44:25 - Response to attacks
49:22 - AOC and progressive politics
57:13 - Mortality
59:20 - Hope for the future

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See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc.
0:00 - Introduction
1:40 - MLK Jr
4:33 - Corruption in politics
15:50 - Healthcare in US
24:23 - 2016 election
30:21 - Barack Obama
36:16 - Capitalism
44:25 - Response to attacks
49:22 - AOC and progressive politics
57:13 - Mortality
59:20 - Hope for the future

*Transcript:*

*CONTACT LEX:*

*EPISODE LINKS:*

Bernie's Books:

*SPONSORS:*
To support this podcast, check out our sponsors & get discounts:
*Eight Sleep:* Temp-controlled smart mattress.
*Saily:* An eSIM for international travel.
*Ground News:* Unbiased news source.
*AG1:* All-in-one daily nutrition drinks.
*LMNT:* Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix.

[kevley]

Crazy how in 2020 a key talking point against Bernie was that he was "too old" to be president. And yet look how that ended up with Biden. Just goes to show that the actual cognitive sharpness is way more important than the age. Bernie is older than Biden and Trump yet has a way less declined mind. Could you imagine Biden or Trump sounding this clear in an interview?

[fastfngzzz]

growing up in Vermont my dad would tell me stories of when he was a kid. He was young when Bernie was the mayor of Burlington. said he would walk the town. came down his street and talked to everyone asking what issues they wanted addressed. he just wants what's best for all Americans.

[helas]

I genuinely think one of the biggest inflection points in recent history was Bernie Sanders losing the Democratic primary to Hilary. How different things could be

[lesterlopez]

This man got arrested protesting for civil rights in the 60's. He's always been fighting for honest and good reasons.

[Paradxn]

Wow he just answers every question, quite refreshing

[jacobglau]

As a conservative I respect Sanders a lot. All these years he never changed. He has a spine and principles and I can't say that about many politicians.

[TheThunderwars]

Bernie Sanders is insanely consistent and always was far ahead of everyone on policies. I really love that guy.

[ChristopherFehrenbacher]

It is impossible not to love Bernie Sanders. What a beautiful human being.

[SalvationsElite]

This is what makes you great Lex! One day I’m hearing Trump, the next I’m learning about Roman history, the next is physics, LLMs, biology, Bernie Sanders, history of communism..etc. Over the years, your podcast really helped unlock my love for learning and seeking perspective. That’s something I can’t thank you enough for! 🙏❤️

[sarahphillips]

We had our chance both in 2016 and 2020 and we blew it. He was too genuine a candidate for how our society actually is.

[griffblob]

This man is well into his 80s and still sharp as hell. Go Bernie!

[BWills]

He could have been finishing his second term. What a different world it could have been.

[ScubaStevex]

God, Bernie still my goat, “sometimes even when you lose, you win”. The humility it takes to see the world from that perspective. And he’s right I will champion his ideas until my time is up.

[luckyluk]

The US really shit the bed with Bernie. Agree with him or not, he's one of the few who would actually make a whole hearted effort to make things better instead of filling the pockets of himself and his corporate donors.

[kams]

Listening to Bernie Sanders for the first time was a revelation. His passion for the middle class and
his humane ideas struck a deep
chord with me. The contrast between this interview and Lex's with DJT is stark; I believe that the upcoming generation of Congress members inspired by Bernie will shape our future positively. His vision keeps a ray of hope alive in these challenging times. As always, thank you Lex for your marvelous work.

[CharleswoodSpudzyofficial]

I was a MAGA when Bernie was running back in the day. I've changed a lot since then and I now find his message resonating. Except for 17 dollar minimum wage. I see that as impossible honestly, but maybe I can be convinced with enough education.

The point I'm making is that people can change, America can change.

[justinlloyd]

What the Democrats did to Bernie was unconscionable

[rostislavsnyta]

One of the best, if not the best, U.S. politician I have ever heard speaking

[Rustles]

I wish we lived in a country that was worthy of being led by a man with this kind of character, integrity, humanity, kindness and love for the people of this country.