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Evar

(44 posts)
248. He has my vote!
Wed Apr 29, 2015, 04:15 AM
Apr 2015

Bernie is a man of integrity who has consistently told the truth about what is happening in America. He's the only candidate who can reach voters on both the right and the left. He has my vote and my support.

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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