Bernie BETRAYS Mission — LOOK WHO He ENDORSED

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Bernie Sanders’ anti-billionaire group endorses billionaire Tom Steyer for California governor, exposing glaring hypocrisy in progressive politics.

Story Highlights

Our Revolution, founded to eliminate billionaire influence, endorses its first billionaire candidate in a gubernatorial race.
Steyer has poured $120 million of his own money into the campaign—30 times more than rivals.
Group justifies choice by claiming Steyer uses wealth “for good” and to win, despite core anti-billionaire mission.
Endorsement signals pragmatism overriding ideology amid California’s affordability crisis.

Our Revolution’s Contradictory Endorsement

Our Revolution endorsed Tom Steyer in the 2026 California gubernatorial race to succeed term-limited Governor Gavin Newsom. The group, Bernie Sanders’ grassroots organization, built its platform on eliminating corporate and billionaire influence in politics. This marks their first billionaire endorsement in a gubernatorial contest. Steyer, a billionaire, has self-funded his campaign with about $120 million, dwarfing competitors’ spending by 30 times. The decision highlights tension between ideology and electoral strategy.

Steyer’s Campaign Momentum Builds

Steyer secured additional endorsements from the California Teachers Association, citing his plan to close corporate tax loopholes for education funding and his support for teacher picket lines. The California School Employees Association, representing 250,000 school staff, gave him his first labor backing, though smaller than major unions like SEIU. Steyer leverages his fortune for advertising and organizing in a crowded Democratic primary featuring Rep. Katie Porter, Xavier Becerra, and Antonio Villaraigosa. Cost-of-living issues dominate voter concerns in California.

Rationale Reveals Pragmatic Shift

Our Revolution acknowledged Steyer’s billionaire status but argued he deploys his wealth “for good” on policies like single-payer healthcare, reducing corporate influence, and taxing extreme wealth. The group emphasized the endorsement “is also about winning,” prioritizing viability over purity. Steyer hailed the support, pledging to advance a California that works for working people. This defense underscores how progressives weigh policy alignment against foundational principles amid competitive races.

Implications for Progressive Credibility

The endorsement boosts Steyer’s standing with progressive voters but risks alienating Our Revolution’s base expecting anti-billionaire consistency. It sets a precedent for backing wealthy candidates if policies align, potentially eroding trust in groups claiming to fight elite influence. Competitors face Steyer’s financial edge, while California voters grapple with affordability. This episode reflects broader frustrations across political lines with elites prioritizing power over people, echoing national distrust in government.

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Broader Political Tensions Exposed

As Republicans hold federal power under President Trump’s second term, California’s Democratic infighting reveals elite hypocrisy that frustrates conservatives and independents alike. Both sides decry billionaire sway, yet progressives excuse it for “winners.” This undermines claims of fighting the deep state, as self-funded campaigns like Steyer’s amplify perceptions of a rigged system blocking the American Dream. Voters on left and right demand leaders focused on real solutions over insider games.