Bernie Sanders

Bernie Sanders

Senator Bernie Sanders

Independent • Vermont-Vermont

Current Status: Active

About Senator Sanders

Bernie Sanders, an Independent, has served as a Senator from Vermont since 2007. He champions progressive policies like Medicare for All and climate action. A former mayor, he serves on the Senate Budget Committee, advocating for economic justice and workers’ rights.

Quick Facts

Born: 09/08/1941

Education: University of Chicago (BA)

Occupation: Public Servant

Party: Independent

Term Began: 01/03/2007

Term Ends: 01/03/2027

District Information

State: Vermont

District: Vermont

Contact Information

Washington, DC Office

332 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510

Phone: 202-224-5141

District Office

1 Church St 3rd Floor, Burlington, VT 05401

Phone: 802-862-0697

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