Childhood and Education Journey of Bernie Sanders in Timeline
How education and upbringing influenced the life of Bernie Sanders. A timeline of key moments.
Bernie Sanders is a prominent American politician, currently serving as the senior U.S. Senator from Vermont. As the longest-serving independent in Congress, he closely aligns with the Democratic Party, having caucused with them and actively sought their presidential nomination in both 2016 and 2020. He is widely regarded as a leading figure in the modern American progressive movement, advocating for policies aimed at social and economic justice.
2 days ago : Bernie Sanders Urges Paramount Against Settling Trump's '60 Minutes' Lawsuit; Senators Support
Bernie Sanders and Democratic senators are pressuring Paramount not to settle Donald Trump's lawsuit regarding a '60 Minutes' edit. Sanders pleaded with Shari Redstone to resist Trump's legal challenge, deeming it 'bogus'.
1921: Elias Sanders Immigrates to the US
In 1921, Elias Sanders, Bernie Sanders' father, immigrated to the United States from Poland.
September 8, 1941: Birth of Bernie Sanders
On September 8, 1941, Bernard Sanders was born. He is an American politician, the senior United States senator from Vermont, and the longest-serving independent in U.S. congressional history.
1956: Brother joined the Young Democrats of America
In 1956, Sanders was first introduced to political activism when his brother Larry joined the Young Democrats of America and campaigned for Adlai Stevenson II.
1959: Attends Brooklyn College
From 1959 to 1960, Sanders studied at Brooklyn College.
1960: Transfers to University of Chicago
In 1960, Sanders transferred to the University of Chicago.
January 1962: Protest against Segregated Housing
In January 1962, Sanders participated in a rally and sit-in at the University of Chicago to protest segregated campus housing policies.
1962: Death of Elias Sanders
In 1962, Sanders' father, Elias Sanders, died at age 57.
1963: Volunteered on Israeli kibbutz Sha'ar HaAmakim
In 1963, Sanders and Deborah Shiling Messing volunteered on the Israeli kibbutz Sha'ar HaAmakim.
1963: March on Washington and Arrest
In 1963, Sanders attended the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom and was fined $25 for resisting arrest during a demonstration against segregation in Chicago.
1963: End of Segregation at University of Chicago
In the summer of 1963, the University of Chicago ended racial segregation in private university housing after protests.
1964: Graduation from the University of Chicago
In 1964, Sanders graduated from the University of Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science.
1964: Married Deborah Shiling Messing
In 1964, Sanders married Deborah Shiling Messing.
1966: Divorced Deborah Shiling Messing
In 1966, Sanders and Deborah Shiling Messing divorced.
1968: Move to Stannard, Vermont
In 1968, Sanders moved to Stannard, Vermont, and worked as a carpenter, filmmaker, and writer.
1968: Settling in Vermont
In 1968, Sanders settled in Vermont and ran unsuccessful third-party political campaigns in the 1970s.
1969: Residency in Montpelier
From 1969 to 1971, Sanders resided in Montpelier.
1969: Son Levi Sanders was born
In 1969, Sanders's son, Levi Sanders, was born to then-girlfriend Susan Campbell Mott.
1970: Stannard Population
In 1970, the population of Stannard, Vermont, was 88 residents.
1971: Residency in Montpelier
From 1969 to 1971, Sanders resided in Montpelier.
October 1977: Retirement from Liberty Union Party
In October 1977, Sanders and Nancy Kaufman announced their retirement from the Liberty Union Party.
May 28, 1988: Married Jane O'Meara Driscoll
On May 28, 1988, Sanders married Jane O'Meara Driscoll in Burlington, Vermont.
1991: Lecture at Hamilton College
In 1991, Sanders lectured in political science at Hamilton College.
October 2015: Jimmy Kimmel Interview
In October 2015, Bernie Sanders was asked by Jimmy Kimmel on Jimmy Kimmel Live! about his religious views and belief in God, which Sanders addressed by stating that he is culturally Jewish and believes everyone connects to God in their own way.
2015: Attendance at Tashlikh Ceremony
In 2015, Bernie Sanders attended a Tashlikh atonement ceremony with the mayor of Lynchburg on the afternoon of Rosh Hashanah.
April 2016: Vatican Conference and Meeting with Pope Francis
In April 2016, Bernie Sanders accepted an invitation to speak at a Vatican conference on economic and environmental issues and briefly met with Pope Francis.
2016: Disclosure of Spiritual Feelings
In 2016, Bernie Sanders disclosed having "very strong religious and spiritual feelings", expressing that he feels impacted by the suffering of children and veterans.
2016: Comments on Sanders
In 2016, Joan Mahoney described Sanders in an interview as "a swell guy, a nice Jewish boy from Brooklyn, but he wasn't terribly charismatic. One of his strengths, though, was his ability to work with a wide group of people, even those he didn't agree with."
2016: Described his upbringing as an American Jew in a 2016 speech
In a 2016 speech, Sanders described his upbringing as an American Jew, noting his father's limited synagogue attendance, his mother's discontent with his yeshiva schooling, and their family's Passover seders.
May 30, 2017: Received an honorary degree from Brooklyn College
On May 30, 2017, Sanders received an honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters from Brooklyn College.
2018: Campaign Event in Stannard
During his 2018 reelection campaign, Sanders returned to Stannard, Vermont, to hold an event with voters.
December 2019: Released letters from physicians
In December 2019, Sanders released letters from three physicians who declared him healthy and recovered from his heart condition.
2024: Value of Fine Adjusted for Inflation
In 2024, the $25 fine Sanders received in 1963 for resisting arrest during a demonstration is equivalent to $257.
Mentioned in this timeline
Joe Rogan is an American podcaster UFC color commentator comedian...
Donald John Trump is an American politician media personality and...
Fox News is an American multinational conservative news and political...
Pope Francis is the current head of the Catholic Church...
Facebook is a social media and networking service created in...
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez commonly known as AOC is a prominent American...
Trending
18 minutes ago Ugo Humbert faces Corentin Moutet at the Italian Open in a predicted match.
1 hour ago David Souter, Former Supreme Court Justice, Dies at 85: A Look Back
1 hour ago Bitcoin Reclaims $100,000 Amid Easing Trade Tensions; XRP Soars, Rally Risk?
1 hour ago Andreeva vs. Arango: Italian Open 2025 Preview, Predictions, and How to Watch Live
1 hour ago Putin and Xi Celebrate Victory Day in Moscow, Displaying Strong Russia-China Ties.
1 hour ago German Rapper Xatar Dead at 43: Hip-Hop Scene Mourns Loss
Popular
Jane Goodall is a renowned English primatologist zoologist and anthropologist...
Pope Francis is the current head of the Catholic Church...
Cristiano Ronaldo often nicknamed CR is a highly decorated Portuguese...
Michael Jordan also known as MJ is an American businessman...
The Real ID Act of is a US federal law...
Russell Westbrook III is an American professional basketball player currently...