Bernie Sanders Makes Surprise Appearance At Coachella Introducing Singer Clairo: ‘Fight for Justice’

Senator Bernie Sanders made a surprise appearance at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on Saturday night where he briefly spoke to a packed crowd. The politician took the stage at the Outdoor Theatre to introduce singer Clairo before the artist’s set as he received applause and cheers from the audience. “I’m not going to be long, but this is what I want to say. This country faces some very difficult challenges. And the future of what happens to America is dependent upon your generation. Now you can turn away and you can ignore what goes on, but if you do that, you do it at your own peril,” the Vermont senator, who himself was introduced by Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost, told the crowd. He forcefully continued, “We need you to stand up to fight for justice. To fight for economic justice, social justice, and racial justice.” Sanders then referenced President Donald Trump, prompting loud boos from the crowd to which he replied, “I agree.” Following the 83-year-old’s remarks, chants of “Bernie” could be heard as the lights dimmed. The politician shared about his appearance on social media shortly after, writing, “Thank you, Coachella. I enjoyed introducing the great @clairo tonight. These are tough times. The younger generation has to help lead in the fight to combat climate change, protect women’s rights, and build an economy that works for all, not just the few.” Meanwhile Clairo also posted on social media, resharing Sanders’ comments and adding a photo of herself embracing him on Instagram. Earlier in the day, the former presidential candidate had held a rally in Los Angeles as part of his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez which drew 36,000 participants, according to the senator.