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Could Bernie do to the Democrats what Corbyn did to Labour?

26 February 2020

2:38 AM

26 February 2020

2:38 AM

Bernie Sanders is a phenomenon in much the same way as Donald Trump was a phenomenon in 2016. His supporters worship him. His enemies detest him. And the reporters covering him are unsure what to make of his rise and appeal.

Like Trump’s presidential candidacy four years ago, Sanders’ candidacy is riding on the back of extreme discontent in America.

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