Bernie Sanders (born 8 September 1941) is a well-known American politician and junior United States Senator from Brooklyn, New York City in the United States. He holds the position of a member of Democratic caucus US from 1991 to 2007. In 2020, Bernie stands again for the presidential campaign after the Democratic nomination of 2016. He also works for democratic social welfare.
Biography, Parents, Siblings & Education
Bernie was born to his parents on 8 September 1941 (age 78 years old) in Brooklyn city in New York, United States. He was born in a Jewish family and the younger child of his parents. In childhood, his family’s financial condition was not good. His father “Elias Ben Yehuda Sanders” was a salesman and used to sales paint door to door to earn money to run home expenses.
His mother “Dorothy Sanders” did not fulfill her dream to be a homemaker. His mom also did some work for her kids. His elder brother “Larry Sanders” always supported him in every step. Sanders did his primary education from Hebrew school. Then he joined “James Madison High School” for completing his schooling.
He is also good at sports. He was the captain of the track team in high school. Before this, he won the basketball championship in his elementary school. He did his first year of graduation from “Brooklyn College and after that, he attends the University of Chicago for completing his full graduation. He is interested in politics from childhood. Adolf Hitler influenced him so much.
Physical Stats, Height, Weight & More
He holds great physics. At the age of 78, he looks active and full of energy. Bernie Sanders’s height is measured at 5 feet 10 inches (in meters 1.78 m). Because of a politician he always wears a business suit. Due to his busy working schedule, he does not get time for exercise.
But he follows a diet plan to keep his body fit and healthy. His bodyweight is around 75 kilograms (in pounds 165 lbs). He has a pure white skin tone and blue eyes. He has short white hair. Sanders always wear specs on eyes because of his weak eyesight. There are no tattoos on his body.
Personal Life, Marriage, Wife & Children
The 78-year-old man married twice. In the year 1964, he got married to his first wife “Deborah Shiling”. He has a son named “Levi Sanders” from his first lover. After two years in 1966, he gave divorce to Levi because of some reason. He got custody of his son.
After that, he focuses on his career. He got married to his second wife “Jane O’Meara” in the year 1988. Jane is the president of Burlington College in Vermont. The couple blessed with a boy “Dave Driscoll” in 1975. His daughter “Carina Driscoll” is also a politician. His elder son “Heather Titus” is a businessman. He is very open about his personal life. He always does the welfare of the public.
| Wiki/Bio | |
|---|---|
| Real Full Birth Name | Bernie Sanders. |
| Nickname | Bernie. |
| Profession | Politician. |
| Famous | A member of Twice. |
| Age (As of 2019) | 78 years old. |
| Date of Birth | 8 September 1941. |
| Birthplace/Hometown | Brooklyn, New York City in the United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Gender | Male. |
| Ethnicity | White. |
| Sexuality (Gay or Lesbian) | Straight. |
| Religion | Christian. |
| Sun Sign | Virgo. |
| House Location | Brooklyn, New York City in the United States. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| Height (Tall) | Feet & Inches: 5' 10". Centimeters: 178 cm. Meters: 1.78 m. |
| Weight | Kilograms: 75 Kg. Pounds: 165 lbs. |
| Eye Color | Blue. |
| Hair Color | White. |
| Shoe Size (UK) | 9. |
| Signature |  |
| Family | |
| Parents | Father: Elias Ben Yehuda Sanders. Mother: Dorothy Sanders. |
| Siblings | Brother: Larry Sanders. |
| Personal Life Relationship | |
| Marital Status | Married. |
| Wife | 1. Deborah Shiling (1964-1966). 2. Jane O'Meara (1988-present). |
| Kids | Son: Levi Sanders, Dave Driscoll, Heather Titus. Daughter: Carina Driscoll. |
| Social media | Instagram: @berniesanders (4.2 million + followers). Twitter: @BernieSanders (10.4 million + followers). |
| Education | |
| Highest Qualification | College Degree Completed. |
| School | 1. Hebrew school. 2. James Madison High School. |
| Alma Mater | 1. Brooklyn College. 2. The University of Chicago. |
| Wealth | |
| Net worth (approx.) | $4-5 million (as in 2020). |
Career & Net Worth
In the year 1981, he stood for the election for the mayor of Burlington. After that, he became the representative of the US House. He holds the position from 1991 to 2007. After that, he worked for social welfare. He also holds the position of the chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee for two years from 2013 to 2015.
On 30 April 2015, he became the president of the Democratic Party. He improves the facilities in the Foreign Policy, Health Care, Immigration Policy, and Veterans Choice Act after becoming president. He made so many social welfares for the public. In February 2020 he again stands in the nomination of president. Bernie Sanders’sNet worth is around $4-5 million (as in 2020). Bernie also helps the students and provides many facilities. on 6 February 2020, he supports the “Oakland Education Association” to make the system strong.
I'm honored to have the support of @OaklandEA and @UTRichmondCA. Together we are going to make historic investments in education and transform our public education system. https://t.co/ZH8kZMMGwG
— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) February 6, 2020
Trivia
- He loves to spend time with family.
- He started a health care campaign named “Medicare For All”.
- Bernie Sanders also co-sponsored the Green New Deal act for spreading awareness for recycling the renewable resources.
- He also performed the Young People Socialist League for the welfare of society.
- Before moving to Vermont for elections, he spends some months in Israel.
- He is the holder of 3 social media accounts.
- Bernie has good bonding with Brack Obama.
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