Sanders for president? (SSR)

Bernie Sanders, a democratic senator running for president. Sanders is 73 years old and an independent of Vermont. According the the New York Times, Sanders admits victory against Hilary Clinton, the other democratic member running for president, will be a touch challenge. Sanders has been a Congressman for sixteen years before being elected into the senate. After all of his years of dedication he is finally running for president. New York Times elaborated on how Sanders announced his presidential campaign by issuing a statement to his supporters that "laid out his goals for reducing income inequality, addressing climate change, and scaling back the influence of money in politics."  Sanders plans to hold a formal campaign on May 26. 

Why vote for Bernie Sanders? There are many reasons his supporters give others. One reason is his experience as a politician. As I have previously mentioned, he was a congressman for sixteen years and in senate. His experience gives him the expertise he will need to lead our country. Another reason is is maturity. Sanders refers to himself as the "grumpy grandfather like"  and a "democratic socialist." He announced that he plans to "steer the Democratic Party in a mature debate" about the issues he holds with importance. For these reasons and more he and his supporters believe he is a strong candidate for president. 

As I have previously mentioned, Sanders admits victory may be difficult. He is going against his fellow democrat Hilary Clinton, a very outstanding politician. He has a budget of 4.6 million for his campaign yet still feels a little at ease with his position. Although his credentials are excellent and his budget secure, he still recognizes the importance and supporters that stand behind Clinton. Will he be our next president? We will find out next Election Day.