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In reply to the discussion: Do you already have a preferred Democratic Candidate for 2020? [View all]randr
(12,421 posts)4. I am looking for a new strategy for our primary
We have a large number of qualified candidates so far. Rather than each going off spending funds and riling up the base, I would like them all to gather, coordinate a number of town halls across the country, and find out what OUR issues are.
An open discussion to fill the first year rather that the same old same old back stabbing bullshit.
Out of an open process a real platform may be developed and a real leader may emerge that will unite us behind our ideals rather than some personality.
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I have a coouple I don't like much, and a few I like a lot, but that can change.
TreasonousBastard
Jan 2019
#1
There is some truth to that, but we do have a lot of candidates looking to throw their hats in.
FSogol
Jan 2019
#20
I'm supporting everyone except Sanders, Bloomberg, Biden, Gabbard and Ojeda. n/t
seaglass
Jan 2019
#18
+1 "but please keep the fight clean and constructive" Agreed. People SHOULD be able to
FSogol
Jan 2019
#22
I have a favorite but my past favorites did include Dennis Kucinch, so I'm not picking any fights.
NightWatcher
Jan 2019
#26
I prefer the candidate who has the best chance of beating Chump. That is everything for me.
DemocratSinceBirth
Jan 2019
#32