On Tuesday, May 26, speaking to a crowd of some 5,000 supporters in Burlington's Waterfront Park, Bernie Sanders declared, "Today, here in our small state, a state that has led this nation in so many ways, I am proud to announce my candidacy for president of the United States of America."

Here's the full video of his campaign kickoff, which featured a speech from author and environmental activist Bill McKibben, music from the Zydeco/Cajun band Mango Jam, and free Ben & Jerry's ice cream.
Video courtesy of Channel 17.