Sucking Up to Sanders

“What the Gallup poll found was that you are one of the most widely admired Americans. And I believe you’re only second to the pope….I watched you tonight, I have watched you for a very, very long time. You’re obviously still full of vigor and intensity for the things that you’re passionate about and have been for decades. Is there another presidential run in you?”
— Host Dana Bash to Sen. Bernie Sanders on CNN State of the Union on Sunday, August 10, 2025.