Bernie Sanders presidential campaign, 2016/Government regulations

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Bernie Sanders announced his presidential run on April 30, 2015.^[1]

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"Sanders Calls for Stronger Financial Regulations," March 17, 2010.

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Proposes implementing strong regulations on corporations to protect the American people
Supports clear labeling of genetically modified foods

On June 23, 2016, Sanders expressed opposition to a Senate bill that would require the labeling of genetically modified organisms using a more “lenient” standard than Vermont’s requirement that such items be labeled "produced with genetic engineering.” Sanders said, “I am very proud that Vermont has led the country in GMO labeling. This bill would preempt what Vermont and other states have done. GMO labeling exists in dozens of countries around the world. It is not controversial. Already major food companies in our country have begun labeling their products. People have a right to know what is in the food they eat. I am going to do everything I can to defeat this legislation.”^[2]^[3]

During an interview with Fusion’s Felix Salmon October 14, 2015, Bernie Sanders recommended using post offices to help low-income individuals gain access to banking services. He said, “If you are a low-income person, it is, depending upon where you live, very difficult to find normal banking. Banks don’t want you. And what people are forced to do is go to payday lenders who charge outrageously high interest rates. You go to check-cashing places, which rip you off. And, yes, I think that the postal service, in fact, can play an important role in providing modest types of banking service to folks who need it.”^[4].

During a March 2010 speech on the Senate floor, Sanders blamed Wall Street for the financial recession and proposed implementing strong regulations on corporations to protect the American people.^[5]

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