Rally for Women’s Rights

"Our nation has made significant progress in the fight for gender equality, but clearly much more needs to be done. At rallies in Vermont and across the country this weekend,…

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Social Security is Strong

WASHINGTON, April 23 - A new report today by Social Security trustees showed the program's trust fund has $2.7 trillion in reserves and will grow to $3.06 trillion by 2021, enough to maintain…

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Geothermal Gains in Vermont

BURLINGTON, Vt., April 23 - U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today highlighted Vermont's progress in using geothermal technology to cut heating costs, support jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Investments in geothermal energy will…

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Sanders Statement On Earth Day

BURLINGTON, Vt., April 20 - U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders issued the following statement on Sunday's observance of the 42nd annual Earth Day: "If we are serious about protecting the planet…

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Statement on Nuclear Regulatory Commission Nominee

WASHINGTON, April 19 - Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement today on the reappointment of Commissioner Kristine Svinicki to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission: "I have serious concerns about NRC Commissioner Svinicki's record…

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