Full transcript: Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with Sen. Bernie Sanders that aired Sunday, June 23, 2019 on "Face the Nation"
Bernie Sanders
DNC announces candidates participating in first Democratic primary debates
Fourteen of the candidates met both criteria for the debates
Sanders defends democratic socialism, calls for "21st Century Bill of Rights"
Sanders offered a full-throated defense of democratic socialism in a speech at George Washington University in Washington on Wednesday afternoon
Bernie Sanders tells shareholders Walmart pays "starvation wages"
The senator and Democratic presidential candidate addressed Walmart shareholders Wednesday to advocate for higher wages for its workers
Bernie Sanders has a plan to raise $2T -- tax Wall St trading
The 2020 presidential candidate is proposing a small tax on an industry he says needs to "pay its fair share"
Bernie Sanders wades into Nevada's acrimonious charter school debate
The Vermont senator's stand against charter schools may not do him many favors in the early caucus state
Bernie Sanders' education plan to take aim at segregation in schools
The plan would end funding of for-profit charter schools and place a moratorium on the creation of new charter schools
How 2020 candidates plan to curb student debt
The Atlantic's Derek Thompson joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss how 2020 candidates, including Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, plan to tackle $1.56 trillion in student loan debt. While politicians previously favored minor tweaks to the system, Thompson says some candidates are now announcing "mammoth" overhauls to appeal to millennial voters.
Biden and Sanders lead polls among Dems
A new Gallup poll finds that three-quarters of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents view former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders favorably, while more than 40% have never heard of South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran spoke to CBSN about the state of the 2020 race.
Sanders says war with Iran would be "many times worse than the Iraq War"
Sanders posted a live video in reaction to a report that the Trump administration is reviewing a plan that could send up to 120,000 troops to the Middle East
Bernie Sanders unveils agriculture plan in Iowa swing
Sanders spoke to Iowa famers about his lengthy plan to help struggling farmers in rural areas
Biden and Sanders fight for Trump voters
Former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders are starting out as the front-runners in a crowded Democratic primary field. Despite their policy differences, both are pursuing voters who went for President Trump in 2016. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to discuss their strategies.
Bernie and Biden: Fighting for Trump voters
Biden and Sanders have a long history, and the two men now sit atop the polls for the Democratic presidential nomination
Bernie Sanders says everyone deserves the right to vote — even if you're in jail
"This should not devolve into a debate about whether certain people are 'good enough' to have the right to vote. Voting is not a privilege. It is a right"
Poll: Majority of Dem voters say race is not factor in 2020 race
Leading in support among the group of surveyed voters are Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders — two veteran white lawmakers in their 70s
Nearly half of young Americans say climate change is a "crisis"
The poll also found Bernie Sanders leads other White House hopefuls in support among young adults between the ages of 18 and 29
"Medicare for All" giving health-care stocks the chills
All the talk about Sen. Bernie Sanders' signature health plan seems to be taking a toll on insurance and medical stocks
Bernie Sanders' "Medicare for all" plan gets applause at FOX News town hall
2020 Democratic hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders got cheers during a town hall on Fox News Monday while discussing his "Medicare for All" plan. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post reporter Michelle Ye Hee Lee join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest campaign 2020 headlines.
Bernie Sanders cheered at Fox News town hall
Bernie Sanders held a town hall hosted by Fox News where he received a warmer reception than many anticipated. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss.
Bernie Sanders raises $18 million in 1st quarter
With 19 candidates officially seeking the Democratic nomination Bernie Sanders decided to break from the pack-- appearing on Fox News where few Democrats are known to visit. His "Medicare for All" plan -- often criticized by Republicans -- got an enthusiastic response from audience members of both parties. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Bernie Sanders slams Netflix, Amazon over taxes
Bernie Sanders says the new tax bill is giving corporations a free ride while many taxpayers are paying more this year. Sanders called the companies a "disgrace" and said "millions of people today are paying more in taxes."
Bernie Sanders: It's a "disgrace" that Amazon, Netflix "pay nothing" in taxes
The senator took aim at corporations with zero-dollar tax bills while "millions of people today are paying actually more in taxes"
A millionaire himself, Sanders won't apologize for writing bestselling book
The Vermont senator defended his earnings and insisted he does not attack the wealthy on Fox News' town hall
Sanders tax returns confirm he's millionaire
Sen. Bernie Sanders says his millionaire status doesn't represent the American dream. The 2020 Democratic presidential candidate released his tax returns from the past decade. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to explain.
Bernie Sanders releases 10 years of tax returns detailing millions in earnings
Facing mounting pressure, the Vermont senator and 2020 contender disclosed 10 years of his tax returns
Politics
Supreme Court rules FUCT should be allowed trademark
Officials had previously refused to register the brand's name as a result of standing federal law
Sanders wants to erase student debt by taxing Wall Street
Vermont senator and presidential candidate also wants to provide free college tuition at state universities
Mitch McConnell to meet with 9/11 first responders
The Republican is slated to meet face-to-face with members of the first responders community
U.S. to impose new sanctions as standoff with Iran deepens
Trump threatens "obliteration" of Islamic Republic as his plans to resolve crisis remain unclear, and Iran threatens it could shoot down another drone
Most see progress in ending LGBTQ discrimination
CBS News poll finds record high support for same-sex marriage, but most say some discrimination still exists
South Carolina Democratic voters urge unity
This offered some refuge to Joe Biden, who landed here after facing a torrent of criticism from his 2020 rivals for his comments about his ability to work with known segregationists
2020 Sunday Trail Markers: What to know about the Democratic debates
"It's too early for candidates to be attacking each other, so they will be tripping all over themselves to attack Trump," veteran Republican strategist Todd Harris told CBS News
Buttigieg faces off with residents in tense, raw South Bend town hall
The South Bend mayor and presidential candidate has been addressing the police shooting of an African American man last Sunday
Kamala Harris: Concerns about my prosecutorial record are "overblown"
The Democratic presidential candidate defends her record as "smart on crime"
Joe Sestak becomes 25th Democrat running for president
Sestak, who made his announcement in a video posted to his campaign website, is a Vietnam War veteran who also served in Iraq and Afghanistan
Oregon Republicans leave state Senate over climate change bill
A group of 11 Republican state senators have walked out and prevented legislative quorum
GOP lawmaker says U.S. should cripple Iranian economy
Rep. Michael McCaul said crippling sanction will force the Iranian government to the negotiating table
Top Democrat says Trump "legitimately torn" on Iran response
Rep. Adam Smith nevertheless criticized the administration's strategy, saying officials are deeply divided on how to approach rising tensions with Iran
Pence blames Dems for migrant child detention center conditions
The vice president said the conditions — which he called "heartbreaking" — stem from Democrats' "refusal" to expand detention space for migrants
Full transcript: Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with Sen. Bernie Sanders that aired Sunday, June 23, 2019 on "Face the Nation"
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Why the South "won the narrative war" on history of racism
The subject of the HBO documentary "True Justice" says Americans today are still dealing with the consequences of the "brutal, ugly truth" of slavery
What we know about tourist deaths in the Dominican Republic
At least seven tourists have died so far this year in the Dominican Republic after arriving on the island healthy
Officials hunt for gator after man found dead with "bad bite wounds"
Authorities are investigating a missing persons case in Kiawah Island after finding a body
Sanders wants to erase student debt by taxing Wall Street
Vermont senator and presidential candidate also wants to provide free college tuition at state universities
7-Eleven delivery service now reaches to the beach or park
It's expanding home deliveries launched last year to include public places, starting with 2,000 now and going to 200,000
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Supreme Court rules FUCT should be allowed trademark
Officials had previously refused to register the brand's name as a result of standing federal law
Sanders wants to erase student debt by taxing Wall Street
Vermont senator and presidential candidate also wants to provide free college tuition at state universities
Mitch McConnell to meet with 9/11 first responders
The Republican is slated to meet face-to-face with members of the first responders community
U.S. to impose new sanctions as standoff with Iran deepens
Trump threatens "obliteration" of Islamic Republic as his plans to resolve crisis remain unclear, and Iran threatens it could shoot down another drone
Most see progress in ending LGBTQ discrimination
CBS News poll finds record high support for same-sex marriage, but most say some discrimination still exists
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What we know about tourist deaths in the Dominican Republic
At least seven tourists have died so far this year in the Dominican Republic after arriving on the island healthy
London Zoo defends its late-night parties amid protests
Activists say noisy visitors and too much alcohol put some of the zoo's 19,000 animals at risk
Another American tourist dies in the Dominican Republic
Vittorio Caruso, age 56, died on June 17 after "drinking something," according to his sister-in-law
Team USA embraces "crazy" growth of women's soccer worldwide
As Team USA defends its championship title, a record number of viewers points to the growing popularity of women's soccer around the world
U.S. to impose new sanctions as standoff with Iran deepens
Trump threatens "obliteration" of Islamic Republic as his plans to resolve crisis remain unclear, and Iran threatens it could shoot down another drone
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London Zoo defends its late-night parties
The London Zoo is pushing back against critics who don’t like its late-night parties for adults only. They’re advertised as an event where people can enjoy seeing the animals after hours. Activists say noisy visitors and too much alcohol puts some of the zoo’s 19,000 animals at risk. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
Flying Wallendas traverse Times Square on a high wire
Two siblings started on opposite sides of 1,300-foot wire strung between skyscrapers and crossed each other in the middle
"Toy Story 4" brings to life a sluggish summer box office
The opening for "Toy Story 4" followed a string of disappointing sequels including "Dark Phoenix," "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" and "Men in Black: International"
Sherry Lansing, on life in Hollywood, and life since Hollywood
The producer, the first woman to head a major film studio, became a role model in a male-dominated industry, before – at the top of her game – boldly leaving the business altogether
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Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Iranian hackers wage cyber campaign amid tensions with US
Hackers believed to be working for the Iranian government have targeted U.S. government agencies, as well as sectors of the economy
For Apple, scaling back in China is easier said than done
Although the tech giant is eager to avoid tariffs, shifting some of its production out of China could take years
Making "The Jetsons" a reality: The first flying, self-driving cars are coming
"A lot of us grew up watching 'The Jetsons' and thought that was far-fetched. The reality is here today"
New Harry Potter augmented reality game released
Wands at the ready! The new Harry Potter augmented reality game is here early
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Almanac: Sex researcher Alfred Kinsey
The biologist who achieved fame with a pair of best-selling books about male and female sexual behavior was born on June 23. 1894
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Seal learns to sing "Star Wars" theme song
A grey seal named Zola was a standout
Nature up close: Getting rid of the lawn mower (and your lawn, too)
Instead of spending time and money to maintain a monoculture that is actually damaging to our environment, follow these suggestions on how to let your yard go wild
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Why the sperm bank industry is "buyer beware"
A NYC sperm bank faces multiple lawsuits that claim it did not properly screen its donors for genetic diseases
Jazzercise: Fit at 50
Long before crossfit became a fad and spinning a sensation, there was the dance-based workout that – now half a century old – is alive and kicking
9/11 first responder spending his last days fighting for victims' fund
Despite everything Luis Alvarez has been through, he said he would "absolutely in a heartbeat" do the same thing
Wisconsin governor vetoes 4 abortion bills
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin said some of the claims made in support of the legislation were "inflammatory, offensive and blatantly false"
Planned Parenthood says Missouri will not renew license to perform abortions
"The fate of abortion access in Missouri now rests in a court's hands," Planned Parenthood said
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Supreme Court rules FUCT should be allowed trademark
Officials had previously refused to register the brand's name as a result of standing federal law
Sanders wants to erase student debt by taxing Wall Street
Vermont senator and presidential candidate also wants to provide free college tuition at state universities
7-Eleven delivery service now reaches to the beach or park
It's expanding home deliveries launched last year to include public places, starting with 2,000 now and going to 200,000
Eldorado Resorts buying Caesars in $17 billion casino merger
The combination will create an industry giant, with 60 properties in 16 states under one name
"Something new": Surprise weddings
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Crime
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Crime
Bryan Stevenson talks new HBO documentary
Bryan Stevenson has dedicated his career to fighting racial injustice. He and his team at the Equal Justice Initiative won reversals, relief, or release for more than 135 wrongly condemned death row prisoners. He's also successfully argued five Supreme Court cases. The new HBO documentary, "True Justice: Bryan Stevenson's Fight for Equality," shows his life story, including his fight to create the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, the country's only memorial dedicated to lynching victims. Stevenson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his decades-long fight for equality.
University of Utah student vanishes after taking Lyft from airport
Mackenzie Lueck was last heard from around 1 a.m. on June 17 when she texted her mom saying her flight landed safely at Salt Lake City airport
Utah student vanishes after taking Lyft
Family and friends of a missing University of Utah student are pleading for information about her mysterious disappearance, shortly after taking a Lyft ride. Mackenzie Lueck was last seen one week ago. David Begnaud reports.
Buttigieg pledges to take racist officers off the force
South Bend mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced his constituents at a tense town hall Sunday afternoon following the fatal shooting one week ago of Eric Logan, an African American man, by South Bend Police Sgt. Ryan O'Neill, a white police officer.
Man in Wisconsin charged in death of 5-year-old who found gun
Michael Moore, 25, is charged with neglecting a child resulting in death; he could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted
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Engineer says she could "stay forever" as trio ends 204 days in orbit
A Russian cosmonaut, a Canadian and a NASA astronaut return to Earth after station stay
NASA discovery could signal life on Mars
NASA scientists say its Curiosity rover discovered high amounts of methane gas on Mars. On Earth, the gas is typically produced by living things. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss if this observation could mean there's life on Mars.
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
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NASA to land 1st woman on moon as part of Artemis mission
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Evidence photos from the police shooting of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr.
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Deadliest highway in every state
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Mount Everest deaths: Inside a deadly climbing season
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Democrats urge unity in South Carolina
As Democrats headed to South Carolina, voters defended Joe Biden after his controversial comments about working with segregationist senators in the 1970s. Biden's primary opponents largely did not criticize Biden either, as the candidates urged unity. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to break down the latest in the 2020 race.
Trump set to impose new Iran sanctions
President Trump is set to impose new sanctions on Iran. This comes after the country downed a U.S. drone and allegedly attacked oil tankers in the Middle East. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy reports from Washington, and Asha Castleberry, a national security analyst, U.S. Army veteran and foreign policy professor at George Washington University, joined CBSN to explain the latest developments.
Treat yourself: An argument for indulging
New York Times Smarter Living editor Tim Herrera takes on the cost of indulgence in a new article headlined, “Here’s Some Money Advice: Just Buy the Coffee.” He argues that spending money on simple pleasures like a good lunch or a nice haircut will not make or break your budget. Herrera joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why it's okay to indulge in the small things.
Bryan Stevenson talks new HBO documentary
Bryan Stevenson has dedicated his career to fighting racial injustice. He and his team at the Equal Justice Initiative won reversals, relief, or release for more than 135 wrongly condemned death row prisoners. He's also successfully argued five Supreme Court cases. The new HBO documentary, "True Justice: Bryan Stevenson's Fight for Equality," shows his life story, including his fight to create the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, the country's only memorial dedicated to lynching victims. Stevenson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his decades-long fight for equality.
London Zoo defends its late-night parties
The London Zoo is pushing back against critics who don’t like its late-night parties for adults only. They’re advertised as an event where people can enjoy seeing the animals after hours. Activists say noisy visitors and too much alcohol puts some of the zoo’s 19,000 animals at risk. Imtiaz Tyab reports.