Bernie Sanders Warns U.S. Is a ‘Pseudo-Democracy’

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Bernie Sanders warns the U.S. is now a "pseudo-democracy"

Preview: In an interview to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 6, the Vermont Senator decries the influence of billionaires such as Elon Musk on the political process.

Bernie Sanders Warns U.S. Is a ‘Pseudo-Democracy’

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), who has been drawing large crowds across the country in recent weeks attacking the Trump administration, told CBS News the United States is a “pseudo-democracy” due to the way President Trump has governed and how he believes the wealthy have accrued power in both major parties. Said Sanders: “I think when we talk about America is a democracy, I think we should rephrase it, call it a pseudo-democracy. And it’s not just…

U.S. democracy appears to have weakened during the 21st century. This democratic backsliding damages favorable U.S. image among the global public, finds an international study of 12 countries.