1970s Bernie Sanders supported nationalizing most industries

Presidential hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., advocated for the nationalization of most major industries and 100 percent tax on the rich during the 1970s.

During his time as a member of the Liberty Union party, the self-proclaimed democratic socialist and 2020 presidential contender said he supported nationalizing energy companies advocated for public ownership of most industries across the board, according to a report by CNN.