Bernie Sanders Goes Viral Again for Staying Seated During Trump's Inauguration Speech
Senator Bernie Sanders has once again gone viral for his stoic demeanor during a significant political event. This time, the Vermont independent remained seated amidst a standing ovation for President Donald Trump's inaugural speech.
The inauguration ceremony took place indoors at the US Capitol due to freezing temperatures in Washington, D.C. While those around him stood and applauded the new president, Sanders remained unmoved, drawing comparisons to a similar viral moment from former President Joe Biden's 2021 inauguration.
Social media users quickly took notice, with many praising Sanders for his unwavering principles. "Bernie is at it again," one user wrote, while another quipped, "Inside or outside, same pose."
In his inaugural speech, Trump spoke of being saved from an assassination attempt by God and promised a "Golden Age" for the United States. He also outlined his policy priorities, which he plans to implement through executive orders.
Sanders attended the inauguration alongside several lawmakers and notable allies of Trump, including billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk. However, other prominent figures, such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, chose not to attend, citing concerns about Trump's past behavior.
10 Comments
Karamba
Bernie's courage inspires us to fight for what we believe in, no matter the cost.
Matzomaster
This is not about disrespecting the office of the President, it's about holding the person in that office accountable.
Rotfront
He's reminding us that we don't have to blindly follow tradition or accept the status quo.
Karamba
His symbolic act of protest is more powerful than any speech could be.
Matzomaster
Trump doesn't deserve respect.
Loubianka
He's lost my respect with this. I used to admire him, but this was just wrong.
Noir Black
He should have shown some class and decorum, regardless of his political affiliation.
KittyKat
If he truly cared about unity, he wouldn't have made this a partisan issue.
Eugene Alta
Bernie's standing up for the values of decency and respect that Trump has repeatedly violated.
Katchuka
His silence speaks volumes about the current state of our democracy.