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Joe BidenCongratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
 

Bleacher Creature

(11,254 posts)
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 02:15 PM Feb 2020

In 1992, Bill Clinton lost four primaries/caucuses before Super Tuesday (blown out in two).

I realize that the big difference between 1992 and now is that there was no clear front runner in 1992, but I haven't given up hope that we can all come to our senses and agree on a candidate that can realistically win in November.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
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In 1992, Bill Clinton lost four primaries/caucuses before Super Tuesday (blown out in two). (Original Post) Bleacher Creature Feb 2020 OP
It ain't over. aikoaiko Feb 2020 #1
Exactly it is not over TEB Feb 2020 #2
The best historical parallel we have would be Carter in '76 5X Feb 2020 #3
That's a good point (and exactly why I went with Warren. Bleacher Creature Feb 2020 #4
Yesterday is another one off. Wellstone ruled Feb 2020 #5
IA was nullified by Harkin being in the race, and it was Clinton's strong 2nd place finish... Garrett78 Feb 2020 #6
Exactly. There sure is a lot of commotion. But there is a lot of race left. Vivienne235729 Feb 2020 #7
 

TEB

(12,827 posts)
2. Exactly it is not over
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 02:19 PM
Feb 2020
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

5X

(3,972 posts)
3. The best historical parallel we have would be Carter in '76
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 02:23 PM
Feb 2020

republicans were weak due to nixon, the country was disturbed by the corruption and lying.
Carter couldn't have won any other time in history.

We have a similar opportunity now and should go as far left as we can get away with.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Bleacher Creature

(11,254 posts)
4. That's a good point (and exactly why I went with Warren.
Reply to 5X (Reply #3)
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 02:35 PM
Feb 2020

She's as good as Bernie, but without the baggage (and a loyal Democrat to boot).

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Wellstone ruled

(34,661 posts)
5. Yesterday is another one off.
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 02:48 PM
Feb 2020

When Culinary Leadership backed away 2 weeks ago,had to asked someone who we knew was a Organizer for their Union whom we walked Picket lines with. Couple issues seemed to pop,one was Deportation and second was Insurance for thousands who are not covered under the Culinary Insurance. Tons of Hospitality Workers who are just Part Timers or are exempt like many on the Gaming Floors.

Again,will be watching how the issues line up in South Carolina. Will be looking for a trend in the Food Processing Towns.

Noticed Biden change his stance on Deportations this morning.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Garrett78

(10,721 posts)
6. IA was nullified by Harkin being in the race, and it was Clinton's strong 2nd place finish...
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 02:59 PM
Feb 2020

...and the resulting comeback kid narrative that made the win in Georgia and beyond possible.

The parallels to 72 and 92 are rather silly. The electorate and political climate has changed dramatically.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Vivienne235729

(3,377 posts)
7. Exactly. There sure is a lot of commotion. But there is a lot of race left.
Sun Feb 23, 2020, 03:02 PM
Feb 2020
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
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