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86. Excellent! n/t
Tue Apr 28, 2015, 06:19 PM
Apr 2015
wow. fantastic. cali Apr 2015 #1
Yes VPR is very reliable. Agschmid Apr 2015 #2
He's a Dem now? Stryder Apr 2015 #212
In VT no one is really registered as either party, they just don't do it. Agschmid Apr 2015 #214
How will the Main Stream Media treat him? olegramps Apr 2015 #283
He's adept at handling the MSM cali Apr 2015 #285
Truly the best handling media. They call him socialist for trying to protect Medicare and Soc. Sec. TheNutcracker Apr 2015 #306
I admire his ability to remain calm and on point, however: olegramps Apr 2015 #326
Oh you can bet your sweet behind FOX will be in full force. YOHABLO Apr 2015 #323
Finally Go Vols Apr 2015 #3
Great man and I wish him the best. hrmjustin Apr 2015 #4
Yes!! G_j Apr 2015 #5
I saw him speak a couple months ago. bunnies Apr 2015 #6
Thank you. K&R Jefferson23 Apr 2015 #7
Good luck Bernie. joshcryer Apr 2015 #8
Good luck to Bernie! Cali_Democrat Apr 2015 #9
I knew he would. mmonk Apr 2015 #10
I'm with you nikto Apr 2015 #236
yep it's put up or shut up time... Volaris Apr 2015 #274
see? dpatbrown Apr 2015 #276
If he does, I'm in for him with both feet! nt ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2015 #11
I'm awfully close to VT... Agschmid Apr 2015 #13
Good luck! And, if you do, please takes pics/video if you can! nt ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2015 #14
I'm already in BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #16
I'm for Hillary (as our only current candidate) until I have another choice. I... ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2015 #20
Fair Enough BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #29
Ignore it, is intended to depress enthusiasm, and it's not true. He will win if we vote for him, sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #31
I'll be happy if his points are heard and he is treated with the respect he has EARNED BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #34
We can make that happen. We made it happen for Obama, remember? sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #43
I like it BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #48
I agree, start telling people about him. If everyone who currently supports him can get at least ten sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #57
"He's a socialist!" Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #95
And I will mention that he is a Democratic Socialist RoccoR5955 Apr 2015 #98
And I will mention that he is a Democratic Socialist Mnpaul Apr 2015 #144
If we can talk issues, substantively, we win. Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #268
Lol, the smear machine is already working overtime, no doubt. The talking points will start to sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #217
Bernie makes me *want* to vote again! Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #259
They will make fun of Bernie and paint him as a dangerous radical, but JDPriestly Apr 2015 #123
"paint him as a dangerous radical" Joe Turner Apr 2015 #216
True. JDPriestly Apr 2015 #243
Like I said prior, Bernie makes me *want* to vote again. Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #265
no, it wasn't. not at all. it was fiscally conservative and socially liberal cali Apr 2015 #220
That's not what I see from this list. JDPriestly Apr 2015 #244
Yes, Republicans, no not conservative on many,many issues. cali Apr 2015 #260
What's funny .... Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #264
So true. I am optimistic. He has a temper when it comes to the issues. JDPriestly Apr 2015 #298
I like temper! Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #304
I totally agree with your statement... nikto Apr 2015 #238
+1 daleanime Apr 2015 #74
Bernie, as the only true progressive about to announce getting in the race, will have my vote until a better choice announces his/her intention to run. InAbLuEsTaTe Apr 2015 #225
That is for sure. n/t sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #228
Hillary is also a true progressive, Bernie agrees with Hillary on almost of the Issues lewebley3 Apr 2015 #299
It's one thing to talk the talk, like Hillary; it's another to walk the walk, like Bernie. InAbLuEsTaTe Apr 2015 #317
I am also a believer nikto Apr 2015 #237
What he stands for is what the American people need to hear. And, if... ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2015 #35
Agreed BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #42
The Independent Vote is now the biggest voting demographic in the country, it is over 40%. sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #45
We have to make up for all that corporate cash with people power BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #54
They did it in the Philippines. Why can't we? hifiguy Apr 2015 #69
Perfect BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #165
Grassroots ALWAYS defeats corporatism. ALWAYS Very Orange Apr 2015 #116
Will the fact that he's always been an Independent... ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2015 #63
That's a good question. I think what will resonate with Independents, left leaning and moderates sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #67
Don't forget liberal Republicans Very Orange Apr 2015 #122
I agree with you, and... renate Apr 2015 #148
You are right. There are still some Liberal Republicans, called Moderates now I believe. I know a sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #227
What is your opinion about that? nm rhett o rick Apr 2015 #154
Yes it will. Independents lean toward the Democrat side. hardcover Apr 2015 #231
Yes. JDPriestly Apr 2015 #126
I recall him saying he wasn't going to run unless he thought he could win. Voice for Peace Apr 2015 #93
and I will STILL support the Democrat...not the Independent running.... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #105
And he will become one of us on Thursday. Very Orange Apr 2015 #124
that is NOT what I just read... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #127
I don't think you can still be an Independent Very Orange Apr 2015 #130
did it say he was BECOMING a Democrat? VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #137
Keep telling yourself that. smokey nj Apr 2015 #146
I don't have to...I have multiple websites that follow these odds to to tell me so... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #147
She hasn't won a goddamned thing yet. smokey nj Apr 2015 #149
No but she sure as hell is kicking ass and taking names.... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #174
Yeah, but he has WEBSITES with ODDS!!! morningfog Apr 2015 #176
I don't, especially with that one. Beating one's head against a brick wall is a much more productive smokey nj Apr 2015 #179
Lol! BeanMusical Apr 2015 #246
Here: morningfog Apr 2015 #173
"according to his associates" VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #175
Your denial is painful to watch. Stay tuned. You will finally understand on Thursday. morningfog Apr 2015 #177
Well they say the truth hurts so I am not surprised you are hurting... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #178
If you serisously think Sen. Sanders could even run for the Democratic nomination, morningfog Apr 2015 #182
Yes I DO understand.... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #184
From YOUR link: morningfog Apr 2015 #185
from your text... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #186
Alright. Let's try it this way. morningfog Apr 2015 #189
What do you mean "accept it"? I am just stating facts..... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #192
Accept that Sen. Sanders is, in fact, running as a Democrat. morningfog Apr 2015 #193
No he has NOT said that....he said he is running in the Democratic Primary.... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #199
Hey you~ sheshe2 Apr 2015 #221
I hope you have plenty of Tylenol or Advil. My head smokey nj Apr 2015 #229
Yup. Agschmid Apr 2015 #232
Dear morningfog and Vanilla Rhapsody nikto Apr 2015 #239
+ 1 red dog 1 Apr 2015 #314
As a candidate he will have a stronger impact on that Democratic Field... Agschmid Apr 2015 #198
According to his senior advisor. Quackers Apr 2015 #205
He said he would not run as an independent and be a spoiler like Nader. Don't worry, if he wins, freshwest Apr 2015 #153
difference is....Nader ran as an independent Independent....not an Independent Democrat... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #183
That field is about to change apparently. Agschmid Apr 2015 #200
Tough row to hoe... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #201
Sure and I think Senator Sanders recognizes that... Agschmid Apr 2015 #203
My browser shows a big blank. All I've heard about with names outside their own areas, are H and B. freshwest Apr 2015 #209
John Angelos gives me hope nikto Apr 2015 #240
If he wins the Democratic primary, he'll be the Dem candidate cyberswede Apr 2015 #211
If he wins primary: Dem's will lose the General against the GOP lewebley3 Apr 2015 #301
Hardly. cyberswede Apr 2015 #308
Well, that's not a very smart way to look at things ... Fantastic Anarchist Apr 2015 #311
"I will support Hillary if she is our nominee" 2banon Apr 2015 #287
Me too. JDPriestly Apr 2015 #120
Ditto to that. RiverNoord Apr 2015 #156
I don't believe in donating money, but I have for Bernie BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #168
Bernie literally has had more media coverage in the last year, face to face, than HRC. I do believe freshwest Apr 2015 #215
I appreciate your answer BrotherIvan Apr 2015 #218
Me too! nt G_j Apr 2015 #19
I am2 840high Apr 2015 #140
F' Yeah!!!! nikto Apr 2015 #235
yay! m-lekktor Apr 2015 #12
Ya Hoo !!!! SamKnause Apr 2015 #15
Great news! JaneyVee Apr 2015 #17
Hotdog ! BlueJazz Apr 2015 #18
oh yea. good to hear. i expected it. glad he got in now. work to be done. i am on board. nt seabeyond Apr 2015 #21
Best K&R of the day! bullwinkle428 Apr 2015 #22
What?! YES!!!! 1HappyDemocrat Apr 2015 #23
I try :) Agschmid Apr 2015 #26
Welocme to DU!!! gopiscrap Apr 2015 #207
thank you!!! 1HappyDemocrat May 2015 #328
Silly william cail Apr 2015 #261
I'm with Bernie!!!! smokey nj Apr 2015 #24
That's great. I can consider supporting him in the primaries. Xyzse Apr 2015 #25
YAY!!!!! hifiguy Apr 2015 #27
Can I join you guys in there? marym625 Apr 2015 #226
Always room on the good ship Sanders! hifiguy Apr 2015 #241
Go Bernie!!! MissDeeds Apr 2015 #28
I hope it's true, and if it is, I will be willing to work for him as hard as possible. sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #30
unimpeachable source- Bob Kinzel at Vermont public radio cali Apr 2015 #47
Yup. Agschmid Apr 2015 #202
Yes, it appears you are right, it's on Reuters and the AP. sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #219
It's like waiting for Christmas Scootaloo Apr 2015 #32
Which way to the recruiting office. Sign me up. pa28 Apr 2015 #33
Happy Dance Time! DJ13 Apr 2015 #36
I can't stop staring at your .sig Very Orange Apr 2015 #128
I wish I knew, I just found it in a Google image search of .gifs DJ13 Apr 2015 #169
I think the first thing he should do... kentuck Apr 2015 #37
Word has it that he'll be running as a Democrat. And I agree with you... ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2015 #41
Finally. A voice that represents -- Hell Hath No Fury Apr 2015 #38
let's see how his logo stacks up to Hillary's Enrique Apr 2015 #39
Or... Hissyspit Apr 2015 #49
Yep, it sure did. BeanMusical Apr 2015 #247
He has my vote Kelvin Mace Apr 2015 #40
K & R !!! WillyT Apr 2015 #44
Good. Hissyspit Apr 2015 #46
I will make it a point to be at the campaign kickoff event. Vinca Apr 2015 #50
You will have to represent for DU's Bernie group! ms liberty Apr 2015 #139
America needs Bernie. LuvNewcastle Apr 2015 #51
WooHoo! Run, Bernie, Run! You've got my vote and my support! 1monster Apr 2015 #52
YEA! truebluegreen Apr 2015 #53
HuffPo Has It Too: WillyT Apr 2015 #55
Good, this will only strengthen Hillary! nt boston bean Apr 2015 #56
Actually it'll greatly weaken Hillary Very Orange Apr 2015 #134
. Agschmid Apr 2015 #204
You are confusing wishful thinking with political analysis. Sanders strengthens Hillary. His attacks stevenleser Apr 2015 #278
Yipee!!! Happy Day appalachiablue Apr 2015 #58
I am glad that he is in the race... CoffeeCat Apr 2015 #59
Best news of the day. Finally, someone who ladjf Apr 2015 #60
EXCELLENT! Buenaventura Apr 2015 #61
Finally, A Socialist!!! NightWatcher Apr 2015 #62
A candidate for the people! polichick Apr 2015 #64
Recommend. nt Zorra Apr 2015 #65
YES! Ed Suspicious Apr 2015 #66
I'll vote for him in the primaries and for her in the election. Towlie Apr 2015 #68
He's not electable in the general, but... MaggieD Apr 2015 #70
I believe he is quite electable nt G_j Apr 2015 #72
Ok - you're certainly entitled to your opinion MaggieD Apr 2015 #77
YOU might think so....but the bets are not ON him... VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #150
of course it would be you G_j Apr 2015 #171
And why should I? VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #172
whatever G_j Apr 2015 #187
is that supposed to hurt my feelings for some reason? VanillaRhapsody Apr 2015 #190
That is your opinion. RoccoR5955 Apr 2015 #99
I'd love to see him win MaggieD Apr 2015 #102
He's a Democratic Socialist, NOT a Socialist RoccoR5955 Apr 2015 #111
He will be painted as and perceived as a socialist MaggieD Apr 2015 #152
That word isn't as scary as it used to be, especially to young people. Also, unlike the rest of smokey nj Apr 2015 #160
He has to get nominated first MaggieD Apr 2015 #162
Every report states that he's running as a Democrat. Bernie himself has stated he smokey nj Apr 2015 #164
That's good - I saw a post quoting CNN MaggieD Apr 2015 #166
Or the 2nd tazkcmo Apr 2015 #255
they called Obama a socialist and he won G_j Apr 2015 #180
Yeah, but Obama did not call HIMSELF a socialist MaggieD Apr 2015 #181
he will nt G_j Apr 2015 #196
Any Democrat who runs will be painted as a socialist by th RW... cyberswede Apr 2015 #213
Yes, Obama alluded to that in the WH Press Dinner. I don't think he was mocking Bernie, he means it. freshwest Apr 2015 #242
Because of course the republican candidates are so fucking amazing? Scootaloo Apr 2015 #253
Laugh-In's "News of the Future" segment. ieoeja Apr 2015 #290
Should have stayed that way MaggieD Apr 2015 #291
As a Democrat? How does that work if he's not registered as a Democrat? George II Apr 2015 #71
well, for one thing,here in Vermont there is no party registration cali Apr 2015 #75
He can declare as a Democrat at any time MaggieD Apr 2015 #81
He's running in our primaries. THAT puts the question to rest. Ken Burch Apr 2015 #249
Not according to the DNC bylaws MaggieD Apr 2015 #250
Running in our primaries is the same thing as declaring yourself to be a Dem. Ken Burch Apr 2015 #251
Go Bernie Go!!!!!! Initech Apr 2015 #73
Finally! Unknown Beatle Apr 2015 #76
I can't wait for the debates Andy823 Apr 2015 #78
Finally someone I can fully support in the Democratic primary! He has my primary vote. Kip Humphrey Apr 2015 #79
Hooray! Pooka Fey Apr 2015 #80
I just found this on FB... kentuck Apr 2015 #82
+1. n/t Jefferson23 Apr 2015 #84
About time... (nt) Jon Ace Apr 2015 #83
Thank you Bernie Ruby the Liberal Apr 2015 #85
Excellent! n/t QC Apr 2015 #86
K&R! Yay, Bernie! Enthusiast Apr 2015 #87
Thou art Freedom! Justice! Wisdom! Peace! ananda Apr 2015 #88
very best dpatbrown Apr 2015 #89
In a real utopia he would be the conservative candidate but I'm happy to support him here. TheKentuckian Apr 2015 #135
There's always that group LWolf Apr 2015 #272
Group????? dpatbrown Apr 2015 #275
I watched his 8-hour filibuster The Blue Flower Apr 2015 #90
He can't win but he can help the GOP! Tommy2Tone Apr 2015 #91
How is Bernie running as a Democrat going to help Republicans? smokey nj Apr 2015 #92
It won't. Bernie will be a blessing to informed discussion. That never helps the GOP /nt think Apr 2015 #109
Will he attack the GOP or Hillary? Tommy2Tone Apr 2015 #112
Did Hillary attacking Barack Obama help Republicans? smokey nj Apr 2015 #131
good question. liberal_at_heart Apr 2015 #195
Of course it helped Republicans Tommy2Tone Apr 2015 #318
You think Republucans can't come up with attack ads smokey nj Apr 2015 #319
Good point.. Tommy2Tone Apr 2015 #325
He will attack the issues... ms liberty Apr 2015 #145
Bernie was attacking the GOP when Hillary was supporting Goldwater and interning for Republicans LittleBlue Apr 2015 #224
Disagree. Agschmid Apr 2015 #206
"I see nothing positive here." Dawgs Apr 2015 #271
Bravo!! K&R Tierra_y_Libertad Apr 2015 #94
Yea , Now those here kacekwl Apr 2015 #96
Run Bernie, Run RoccoR5955 Apr 2015 #97
I am glad he is running, and as a Democrat dbackjon Apr 2015 #100
Republicans won't vote for Clinton...but they will vote for Senator Sanders TheProgressive Apr 2015 #101
Then why is he an independent philosslayer Apr 2015 #103
I am not sure why this is important... TheProgressive Apr 2015 #104
This is the DemocraticUnderground philosslayer Apr 2015 #110
Well, Senator Sanders would be the candidate that acts and votes like a real democrat TheProgressive Apr 2015 #125
Quite simply there is no party registration in my state cali Apr 2015 #155
Maybe you don't understand how it works MaggieD Apr 2015 #197
And he will. Agschmid Apr 2015 #208
Last I heard he was undecided on that MaggieD Apr 2015 #210
The issue is put to rest if he runs in our primaries. Ken Burch Apr 2015 #252
Why don't you ask Senate Democrats if he's a Democrat? TekGryphon Apr 2015 #258
Yup. Agschmid Apr 2015 #293
It's on Robbins Apr 2015 #106
Cool beans! yuiyoshida Apr 2015 #107
Cool. bigwillq Apr 2015 #108
Oh, good. Now I have a Democrat to vote for. Jack Rabbit Apr 2015 #113
Bernie! pa28 Apr 2015 #114
Yay!!! and DU rec mike dub Apr 2015 #115
Thank you, Bernie. JDPriestly Apr 2015 #117
outstanding angrychair Apr 2015 #118
You go Bernie!! totodeinhere Apr 2015 #119
Great news! Iwillnevergiveup Apr 2015 #121
Me too! Go Bernie! AllyCat Apr 2015 #129
Can any of them talk about their voting record with the pride of orpupilofnature57 Apr 2015 #132
Excellent News - Go Bernie Go cantbeserious Apr 2015 #133
He has my vote. Only Liz W can steal it. n/t MosheFeingold Apr 2015 #136
I'm ready, Bernie! LittleBlue Apr 2015 #138
Good the more the merrier Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Apr 2015 #141
In my view, HRC is the Third Party Spoiler. (As in Third Way, NOT a Real Democrat) 2banon Apr 2015 #288
oops posted my knr in the wrong spot.. will correct. 2banon Apr 2015 #289
Disagree. Agschmid Apr 2015 #294
Good news. mountain grammy Apr 2015 #142
What? No. Really?! Alkene Apr 2015 #143
I hope his logo doesn't incorporate BS or, God forbid, an arrow underpants Apr 2015 #151
"BS" Jamaal510 Apr 2015 #322
It won't just be 'the liberal wing of the party' who support him, but all fair minded folks. n/t freshwest Apr 2015 #157
A lot of people have never heard of him. They need to learn about him and be told. glinda Apr 2015 #158
never heard? dpatbrown Apr 2015 #279
Sounds good, and it feels right (nt) Babel_17 Apr 2015 #159
Hillary can have her Scobby Doo Van Geronimoe Apr 2015 #161
GO BERNIE!! SHRED Apr 2015 #163
I REALLY HOPE SO... AND I Hope He Can Get A Real Movement Going! ChiciB1 Apr 2015 #167
Rock on Bernie! IkeRepublican Apr 2015 #170
I will be delighted! immoderate Apr 2015 #188
YES!!!! gopiscrap Apr 2015 #191
Hell yeah! liberal_at_heart Apr 2015 #194
I'm with Bernie!! fbc Apr 2015 #222
Every time he is on cable news he makes SO MUCH SENSE. Chipper Chat Apr 2015 #223
Win Bernie, win. CentralMass Apr 2015 #230
OK, people let's all help each other out on this ... nikto Apr 2015 #233
Someone I can vote for and smile, not vote against the other guy and hold my nose Suji to Seoul Apr 2015 #234
I voted for Wyden before. F4lconF16 Apr 2015 #245
He has my vote! Evar Apr 2015 #248
The People's Alternative. marmar Apr 2015 #254
Go Bernie! democrank Apr 2015 #256
What I love about this is that Bernie is doing it with the best intentions... TekGryphon Apr 2015 #257
K&R for Bernie! woo me with science Apr 2015 #262
is his website overwhelmed?!? Or being updated? can't get in... magical thyme Apr 2015 #263
I got in easily fadedrose Apr 2015 #269
I'm very picky, and am leaning towards Bernie fadedrose Apr 2015 #266
I am picky too! I am for Hillary!! My Firist money is going to her!! lewebley3 Apr 2015 #300
here is is twitter link magical thyme Apr 2015 #267
Woo hoo! nt valerief Apr 2015 #270
This thread has hundreds of recommendations! Enthusiast Apr 2015 #273
LOL !!! - I Saw What You Did There... WillyT Apr 2015 #277
293 recommendations! That's a lot of enthusiasm for Bernie! Enthusiast Apr 2015 #280
"This Thread Should Have Hundreds Of Recs"... Oh Crap... It Does !!! WillyT Apr 2015 #282
ki ki ki kickin'! Faux pas Apr 2015 #281
Go Bernie! Paka Apr 2015 #284
Good luck, Bernie! Bobbie Jo Apr 2015 #286
K&R This has really brightened my morning! All in for Bernie! nt raouldukelives Apr 2015 #292
Big Big KNR!! 2banon Apr 2015 #295
GREAT NEWS! Thanks for posting, and Kick and Rec for Senator Sanders! emulatorloo Apr 2015 #296
He said he would let us know by the end of the month, and indeed he did! herding cats Apr 2015 #297
I'm IN! CountAllVotes Apr 2015 #302
Hillary is the left wing of the Party: Bernie agrees with Hillary on most of the issues lewebley3 Apr 2015 #303
Hillary 'left wing??? ROFLMAO!!!!!! bowens43 Apr 2015 #313
Bernie has always voted with the Dems in Congress. YOHABLO Apr 2015 #324
Yay! A real progressive we KNOW WE CAN TRUST! TheNutcracker Apr 2015 #305
And suddenly, people start to learn they have a real alternative to the oligarchy (nt) Babel_17 Apr 2015 #307
I consider myself a moderate Babel_17 Apr 2015 #309
^ Zorra Apr 2015 #310
wow. Good news! I really want to be able to vote for President in 2016. bowens43 Apr 2015 #312
K&R...Thanks for posting red dog 1 Apr 2015 #315
I don't recall ever seeing as many recs for a post here on DU NorthCarolina Apr 2015 #316
Kinda cool huh? Agschmid Apr 2015 #321
Yes!!! U4ikLefty Apr 2015 #320
Jon Stewart was so dismissive of Bernie's candidacy on the Daily Show last nite. YOHABLO May 2015 #327
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