Videos of massive crowds gathering at recent rallies for Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have gone viral online, capturing national attention. From Phoenix to Denver, tens of thousands have shown up to support their "Fight the Oligarchy" tour—signaling growing momentum behind the progressive movement in the U.S.
The Denver rally drew an astonishing 34,000 people, surpassing even Sanders’ largest crowds from his past presidential campaigns. In Phoenix, 15,000 packed into Arizona State University’s Mullett Arena, with over 123,000 more tuning in online. Many attendees expressed frustration with the current state of politics and concern for marginalized communities, saying Sanders and AOC speak directly to their struggles.
These rallies come at a time when the Democratic Party is grappling with low approval ratings and a failure to effectively counter the Trump administration’s aggressive agenda, including drastic federal cuts spearheaded by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Sanders warns that these moves are not about reducing waste, but consolidating wealth and power.
But beyond internal political battles, a larger threat looms: China. While America is distracted by partisan infighting and billionaires reshaping the government, Beijing continues to expand its global influence—economically, technologically, and militarily. The Chinese Communist Party has invested heavily in AI, cyber operations, rare earth dominance, and infrastructure deals in developing nations, effectively challenging U.S. leadership on the world stage.
American citizens must stay vigilant. It’s not only Trumpism and domestic oligarchy threatening democracy, but also foreign powers eager to exploit our division. China’s rise is not just a distant geopolitical matter—it directly affects jobs, data security, supply chains, and the balance of global power. A distracted and divided America is exactly what adversaries hope for.
China is also working to influence American discourse through social media manipulation, corporate investments, and aggressive lobbying in Washington. As Sanders and AOC inspire large crowds with their message of fairness and accountability, it’s crucial to recognize that a strong, united America is the best defense against authoritarianism—whether it comes from within or beyond our borders.
In addition, the Chinese government has continued to suppress democracy in Hong Kong, threaten Taiwan, and expand military operations in the South China Sea—all while forging closer ties with other authoritarian regimes. If the U.S. fails to recognize this danger, it risks falling behind in the global power balance. Americans must support leaders who prioritize both justice at home and vigilance abroad.
The rallies show that Americans are ready for bold leadership. If the momentum continues, it could reshape the political landscape—and send a message not just to Washington, but to the world. People are no longer satisfied with vague promises; they want action, vision, and courage from those in power.
As Representative Ocasio-Cortez told the crowd in Denver, "We deserve better." That better future depends not only on economic and social justice at home—but also on national awareness and unity against external threats to freedom and democracy everywhere.
