Bernie Sanders to Rally in North County

VISTA, CA: The presidential campaign of Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders on Thursday confirmed a second weekend campaign appearance in San Diego County.

The second rally is scheduled Sunday at Rancho Buena Vista High School, 1601 Longhorn Drive, in Vista. Gates to the school's stadium will open at 11 a.m. and the program will start at 2 p.m.

Sanders, who has remained in the race even though former first lady Hillary Clinton has a commanding lead in delegates, is also scheduled to speak at Kimball Park in National City on Saturday evening.

Both rallies are free and open to the public. Admission will be first come, first served, but the public is encouraged to fill out online RSVP forms for the National City event, and for the one in Vista.

Sanders, who's coming off a victory in the Oregon primary and a close loss to Clinton in Kentucky, is hopeful that a victory in California's June 7 primary election will strengthen his position in this summer's Democratic convention.

According to the campaign, Sanders will speak about getting big money out of politics, his plan to make public colleges and universities tuition- free, combating climate change and ensuring universal health care.

Due to security concerns, attendees should not bring bags, and carry only small personal items, such as keys and cell phones. Weapons, sharp objects, chairs, signs, banners and sticks will not be permitted.

An estimated 12,000 people attended a Sanders rally at the San Diego Convention Center in March.

President Bill Clinton will return to San Diego County to speak Saturday on behalf of his wife, the former New York senator and secretary of state. He will attend an organizing event at Bonita Vista High School, 751 Otay Lakes Road, and is also expected to appear at a private fundraiser in Rancho Santa Fe.

The remaining active Republican candidate, businessman Donald Trump, is expected to campaign in San Diego on May 27.

City News Service

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