Bernie Sanders would give the White House to Any Republican, including Ted Cruz

[Swede Atlanta]

82. I wouldn't go so far as to say he is the only way Ted Cruz would get into the WH......

From a policy perspective he is my ideal candidate - he doesn't mince words, he speaks truth to power, uses fact-based analysis and has compassion for his fellow man. Senator Warren is on the same page as Senator Sanders.

I will support Hillary if she pursues the office and will vote for her but she is far from being my ideal candidate. First of all she carries the baggage of the Clinton Presidency. Don't get me wrong I admire Bill and Hillary Clinton and know they did some good things - certainly better than Bush Senior or Dole. But he supported NAFTA, signed DOMA into law and other policy decisions with which I seriously disagree.

Hillary is very much a corporatist. She would continue to pursue economic policies that benefit corporations and the 1%. She would be very good on social issues such as women's rights, choice, LGBT equality, etc. but not sure how engaged she would be on important issues such as immigration reform and poverty. The ACA would be well served with her in the White House.

I am really looking for a fresh face, preferably someone younger, who comes with some "fire in the belly", solid progressive credentials, someone who could possibly inspire a younger generation. I thought Obama would do that but after the initial shine wore off on his election, his quiet, methodical style has hurt his ability to connect with many Americans. I still have much admiration for him, voted for him twice and think he was a godsend after 8 years of Cheney/Bush.