“For every $1 billion we invest in public transportation, we create 30,000 jobs, save thousands of dollars a year for each commuter, and dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions.”

American politician and independent senator from Vermont, first elected in 2006. A progressive voice in U.S. politics, he advocates for economic equality, healthcare reform, and social justice, framing policy through a democratic socialist lens. His candid, uncompromising style has made him a defining figure in modern American political discourse.