At this point why are people voting for candidates that have absolutely no chance?

[redstateblues]

I don't get it. James Carville is right and I'm scared to death as well. If we continue on this trajectory we are going the way of The British Labour Party which is into the abyss with four more years of Trump.

[PatSeg]

1. I'm scared too

After three horrific years of Trump, I'd expected that most Democratic voters would be more rational, being this is no time to take a gamble. It feels like the chaos and insanity is spreading. Maybe I'm just anxious about the election.

[left-of-center2012]

2. " At this point ... "

One caucus, one primary.

[jberryhill]

6. I know, right?

[squirecam]

12. That's what Biden voters were saying all week.

Now it’s everyone else has no chance?

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

17. Biden needs a new campaign strategy... electability obviously isnt workin out too well for him.

Bernie is now viewed as the most electable... so under Joe's standard, I guess he should consider droppin out of the race.


Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[redqueen]

19. +1 nt

[cwydro]

35. Thank you.

Smh.

[guillaumeb]

3. Not at all.

The Democratic Party does not march in lock step like the GOP.

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

11. Why should they? It's called the DEMOCRATIC Party for a reason...

Democrats believe that We the People actually get to decide who will represent us, unlike RethuglyKKKons, who have to be told who their annointed one should be. Democracy, hey, what a concept!!


Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[guillaumeb]

18. Exactly.

People need to focus now on energizing non-voters, and making certain that they, and everyone they know, are registered.

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

21. Yes, exactly! Bernie & Elizabeth are doin the best job of that.

Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[Act_of_Reparation]

24. +ad infinitum

We have a process for selecting our presidential nominee. That process is not "shut your mouth and vote for Joe Biden", much to the disappointment of some.

[guillaumeb]

28. Agreed. It is a process that allows for multiple candidates, and views.

And in the end, if we vote blue, 2018 will be overshadowed by 2020.

[Nay]

32. Thank you.

[ripcord]

39. I totally agree with this

Biden supporters have been pushing this for awhile now and at this point it has become the stank of desperation.

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

4. Yes, no point in voting for Joe... I agree!!

Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[zackymilly]

27. Ouch! That's harsh. n/t

[jberryhill]

5. Perhaps their opinion of who has a chance differs from yours

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

15. I trust We The People to make a wise decision in nominating either Bernie or Elizabeth!!

May the best candidate win!!


Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[guillaumeb]

20. Is that allowed? eom

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

22. LOL... sometimes I start to wonder!! haha!!

Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[LakeArenal]

7. Because they are really republicans?

It’s no secret they will vote against the party interest cuz trump is telling them to.

[cwydro]

36. Are you actually saying that people who don't vote for your candidate are Republicans?

That is beyond offensive.

[LakeArenal]

44. No that's not at all what I said.

[cwydro]

45. Funny, that's what it looks like.

“Because they are Republicans...”

I sure hope you’ve picked a second choice.

[LakeArenal]

46. I know what I meant and I know what I said

[cwydro]

49. Yep, so do I.

It’s right there printed for anyone to read.

How’s your candidate doing tonight?

[LakeArenal]

50. I don't know why you are picking this argument.

I get it you think you know what I said.

I’m not justifying my comment to you. You aren’t pushing any of my buttons.
Yes it’s obvious it’s right there to see.

[Renew Deal]

8. Does that include candidates that will finish in 4th or 5th tonight?

But I agree. Sanders would be a disaster. He is unelectable.

[scipan]

43. I mostly trust the process

And I find it extremely hard to decide who would run best in the general. Head to head matchups give a pretty good indication, but it's still changing a lot. Bernie's doing well there atm.

I see Bernie as the most anti Trump in the race and like the contrast of integrity and empathy Sanders will show.

[ZenDem]

9. I'm less worried today than I was a few weeks ago.

I see people (meaning Democrats) pulling closer together, supporting each others ideas, debating instead of arguing. Once the primaries are over and we have a clear candidate, I think we'll be okay. There will be some bruises and scrapes, but those will have to heal fast so we can get things done.

It's going to be a dirty fight in the general. All the hard feelings of the primary season will need to be put to rest immediately.

[underthematrix]

10. ANGER. They think it's a reality show rather than a primary process to elect

the party's presidential nominee.

President Obama made white people realize there's no such thing as "white supremacy" and many are pissed even our white allies. This is something a thinking African American understands. This is why BIDEN AND BLOOMBERG appeal to the average African American voter. Twitter AfAms are a whole other level of distraction.

[world wide wally]

13. i personally believe that Dems couldn't pick a worse two states to kick off their primaries except

maybe Alabama and Mississippi.

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

26. Sure since Biden's cratering in those 2states. Had he won, no doubt youd be singin a different tune!

Bernie/Elizabeth or Elizabeth/Bernie 2020!!
Either way, they're stronger together & can't be bought!!
Jump on the Bernie Bandwagon & join The Revolution!!

[world wide wally]

34. IF is a very big word.... and you are absolutely right because I want to win this election in Nov.

[TheFarseer]

14. Like who?

Like, Tulsi Gabbard and Michael Bennett?

[C_U_L8R]

16. Why are those candidates still in?

If they care for the party over ambition, they’ll consolidate support around a central leader.

[guillaumeb]

23. Another thing to consider:

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100212963491

[left-of-center2012]

25. Clinton lost his first five primaries in 1992

And lost six more before his second win. He went on to be elected president that fall.

Statewide contest by winner

[still_one]

29. You are getting messed up by the psychological warfare being spewed out by the media, and the

general political atmosphere.

South Carolina and Nevada are coming up, ignore the noise for now and keep your eye on the ball

[Chemisse]

30. And who would that be?

Should we just cancel elections and let the polls determine the candidate?

How about we let the people decide who has a chance - over the course of the primary season. There could be all kinds of surprises in store for us.

[Nanjeanne]

31. At this point how does anyone know who has a chance?

[redstateblues]

40. If you're honest you can name 4 or 5 who are not

Going to get the nomination

[Nanjeanne]

41. Maybe. But their supporters deserve a chance to support them!

[Skya Rhen]

33. I guess it's fun for them.

[MoonlitKnight]

37. Remember FDR's words

“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”

[cwydro]

38. Bookmarked.

[doc03]

42. It is early we have only had that bullshit caucus in

Iowa so far. Why the hell do we let a Red state in the middle of a corn patch pick our presidents anyway?

[jmg257]

47. Maybe they are voting for the person they actually would like to see in the White House?

Novel idea, I guess.

[David__77]

48. I can understand someone voting for a person they think should be president.

Personal integrity is a personal matter.