AOC, Sanders bringing Fighting Oligarchy Tour roadshow to Auburn

Since Donald Trump took his oath of office on January 20 for his second term, the Democratic Party has been flat-footed in its response to his sweeping and controversial changes until the last few weeks, with one notable exception. That exception has been the vocal response from U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I - Vt.) and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D - NY).

In late February, Sanders launched the movement Fighting Oligarchy Tour in Michigan. The tour has taken the duo to many conservative areas and drawn large audiences.

In keeping with its intention of holding rallies in conservative-leaning areas, the FOT will have two gatherings in California congressional districts with Republican members of Congress on Tuesday, April 15, in Auburn and Bakersfield.

Auburn is part of California's Third Congressional District and is represented by Kevin Kiley. Bakersfield is in the 20th and 22nd districts and is represented by Republicans Vince Fong and David Valadao. 

The FOT rallies have drawn intense crowds, and, not surprisingly, Trump supporters like Elon Musk have incorrectly claimed the audience are paid participants.

The Auburn rally will be held at Gold Country Fairgrounds and Event Center, 209 Fairgate Road. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m., and the events will start at 6 p.m. the Bakersfield rally will be held at Dignity Health Arena, Theater, and Convention Center, 1001 Truxtun Ave., with doors opening at 10:30 a.m. and a 1 p.m. start time.