Thousands gathered to hear presidential candidate Bernie Sanders speak in south Fargo Friday afternoon. People lined up early and hundreds filled inside. The rally started with former MSNBC TV host and Fargo native Ed Schultz introducing U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders.
It was chilly outside but inside there was an energetic candidate and a fired up crowd at the two hour long rally. The atmosphere at the Ramada felt more like a party than a political rally. The mainly young crowd had people dancing, chanting and cheering.
Sanders covered an array of topics in his speech. He started his speech thanking Ed Schultz for his support.
"Sounds to me that you raise tough and good people here in Fargo," said Sen. Bernie Sanders. " We need to create an economy that works for everybody not just the 1%.
Sanders said if elected he would invest in American infrastructure like roads, make a college education free for everyone and a fairer tax system.
"The rich are getting richer, corporations are enjoying fantastic profits, you are going to start paying your fair share of taxes," Sanders said referring to Wall Street and corporate America.
xAnd Ed Schultz stumps for @BernieSanders in Fargo, North Dakota. pic.twitter.com/vayIYiL6oo
— Danny Freeman (@DannyEFreeman) May 13, 2016