Bernard Sanders

Senator from Vermont

Bernie Sanders, independent senior senator from Vermont, stands against yearly defense policy and spending bills. His record stands for pulling U.S. forces out of fighting with Iran, blocking proposed U.S. arms sales to Israel, higher taxes on billionaires and companies with high CEO pay, and a 32-hour workweek and paid annual leave.

Voted on 852 of 916 roll calls this Congress. Wrote 56 bills and resolutions; of the 54 bills, none has passed a chamber yet. Cosponsored 477 bills.