BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Bernie Sanders is coming to Bethlehem.
The 83-year-old Vermont senator is bringing his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour to the Stabler Athletic & Convocation Center at Lehigh University.
He’ll speak Saturday, May 3, with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. and the program starting at 1 p.m., according to his website.
Joining Sanders and also speaking during the program will be U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pa. Deluzio represents Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District in western Pennsylvania.
The Associated Press has described Sanders, an independent senator, and his “Fighting Oligarchy” crusade like this:
“At 83 years old, Sanders is not running for president again. But the stooped and silver-haired democratic socialist has emerged as a leader of the resistance to Donald Trump’s second presidency. In tearing into Trump’s seizure of power and warning about the consequences of firing tens of thousands of government workers, Sanders is bucking the wishes of those who want Democrats to focus on the price of eggs or “roll over and play dead.”
“For now, at least, Sanders stands alone as the only elected progressive willing to mount a national campaign to harness the fear and anger of the sprawling anti-Trump movement.”
Sanders’ website indicates parking is free for the Stabler event and registration is required.