the sample was biased. Even if you were looking to statements of politicians, there was bias in their talking points.
I see at least a couple of reasons for the bias, and there are probably more. But to mention a couple, or a few.
Message Selective: We wanted Biden to win if he remained our Nominee.
Self Selective: Those that are members here are different than an average Dem, I believe. (more into it)
Self Selective: Those with higher post counts are even more "into it" and more likely, IMO to try to get along and post things that get along better with a higher percentage of other members. (so you are more likely reading their post, they post more)
Situation Selective: Many that felt strongly, and didn't control their posts well enough were quickly denied posting privileges.
Situation Selective: Many that felt strongly, posted with nuance and you had to read between the lines to pick up the meaning.
There was sort of a plan, that we wanted to keep the backing of Biden as high as possible, in the likely case that Biden stayed our nominee.
I think it was these things more than an how old our community is.
I feel that many, like me, that fully watched the debate, wanted the replacement to happen and was rooting in silence that Biden would do the right thing and that our Leaders would help him to understand, if need be.
So, never did I think it was a hit job going on. More of a necessary job possibly going on.
Our Dem leaders were working between a rock and a hard place, with love, but with the need to be reelected; President and Congress. I'd like to do away with reelections. I think that dynamic helped Trump not get found guilty during his impeachments, for example.
And let me add this, many blamed "Donors" and "Media" and "Politicians taking donations", etc.
But, I knew it was because of me, because of the many many common people like me.
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