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45. I doubt Bernie's staff is focused on 'numbers'. I have a feeling they are doing what they have

Thu Apr 30, 2015, 11:12 AM

Apr 2015

always done, which is why he trashes his opposition every time, concentrate on the issues people are concerned about and make sure he is up to date on what the needs of the people are, what needs to be done regarding issues like eg, the TPP and how that will affect the working class eg.

The numbers FOLLOW.

Hillary eg, has name recognition. The numbers right now reflect that.

She has said very little about where she stands on some pretty important issues.

Bernie will not hesitate to say where he stands.

He has a long time to start gaining recognition and he has the enthusiasm of supporters who will make sure to spread his message so that people begin to take notice.

He doesn't have the corporate dollars that buy our elections, so yes, that will be a hurdle for him to overcome.

But it is way too early in the race right now to be looking only at 'numbers'. Those numbers will change so they mean very little at this point.

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"the ONLY authentic alternative?" magical thyme Apr 2015 #1

If you think that Bernie is controlled by "TPTB"... 99Forever Apr 2015 #15

True. Sanders is a kink in the powerworks, so to speak. ananda Apr 2015 #27

no. I think the title sounds like TPTB trying to reframe his entrance magical thyme Apr 2015 #35

It a title, nothing more. 99Forever Apr 2015 #40

this is quite a good article cali Apr 2015 #2

I can only imagine.... Segami Apr 2015 #5

well, we know that many of her supporters here cali Apr 2015 #9

We're in Denial? Gamecock Lefty Apr 2015 #17

I suspect the HRC camp(aign) isn't much concerned about Bernie's entry ... 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2015 #13

I hope you are surprised because (and I could very well be wrong) I think Bernie has great Hiraeth Apr 2015 #24

The HRC camp(aign) should be HAPPY about this development Jim Lane Apr 2015 #29

I agree ... 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2015 #37

Maybe instead of looking at the 'numbers' they should do what Bernie has always done, sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #42

Yeah, they could ... 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2015 #44

I doubt Bernie's staff is focused on 'numbers'. I have a feeling they are doing what they have sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #45

Clearly, he is not ... 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2015 #46

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Just did, thank you! sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #62

This is why I like smaller states going first in the primary process ... JustABozoOnThisBus Apr 2015 #32

+1 He's the only candidate telling the truth about oligarchy. woo me with science Apr 2015 #3

Exactly - he's brave to tackle this. polichick Apr 2015 #10

If he gets beat it won't be because of Hillary. It will be because of the 1% IMO. L0oniX Apr 2015 #52

Works.. sendero Apr 2015 #4

maybe she'll pick him for VP. ileus Apr 2015 #6

I could be wrong but, I think he will turn that down. Hiraeth Apr 2015 #25

So Bernie is going to run a good campaign, he has solid credentials, and may push the party FSogol Apr 2015 #7

He's not the only alternative, LWolf Apr 2015 #8

No kidding - we need to put the primary schedule on the reform list! polichick Apr 2015 #11

And not even with a vote but a poll zeemike Apr 2015 #21

would just love for all primaries to be on the same day! n/t 1StrongBlackMan Apr 2015 #39

too early dembotoz Apr 2015 #12

^this^ Hiraeth Apr 2015 #26

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Kicked and recommended a whole bunch! Enthusiast Apr 2015 #18

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Put this into the factor................ turbinetree Apr 2015 #19

Bernie is not... Augiedog Apr 2015 #20

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Yeah Bernie! Paka Apr 2015 #23

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So you make an accusation that you refuse to defend. ieoeja Apr 2015 #36

Results... Major Nikon Apr 2015 #38

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Regardless of the labels put on him, he needs a stylist LordGlenconner Apr 2015 #43

Bernie is perfect the way he is. Excellent on the issues, honest, strong, unafraid to state sabrina 1 Apr 2015 #47

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You're right. My mistake. LordGlenconner Apr 2015 #64

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Blow dried? LordGlenconner Apr 2015 #56

I'm not voting for his hair. Tierra_y_Libertad Apr 2015 #57

He's not appearing on The Voice or Dancing with the Farts. L0oniX Apr 2015 #54

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