Thousands attend Bernie Sanders rally in Monterey

Bernie Sanders supporters cheered as the presidential hopeful took the stage outside Colton Hall in Monterey, Tuesday.

“I think it’s the first time that I truly, truly want somebody to win,” said Lulu Arauz of Monterey.

Organizers said about 7,800 people showed up to see Sanders.

“Look at all the happy people here. There’s no hate, there’s no violence and he all about making things happen for people,” said Lonnieta McCallum of Monterey.

“He seems like a candidate that’s more in tune with what’s really happening with the Latino culture,” said Felipe Gutierrez of Salinas.

Gutierrez said Sanders has his vote because of his stance on immigration.

“This campaign is listening to the Latino community,” said Sanders. “I believe that congress must move toward comprehensive immigration reform and a path toward citizenship.”

With many students in the crowd, Sanders also spoke about education and the economy.

“A weak economy is when people in Vermont and California are forced to work two or three jobs to earn enough income and health care benefits to take care of their families,” said Sanders.

Sanders also assured the crowd he will win California. We’ll see next Tuesday in the presidential primary election on June 7.