If Bernie wins the Democratic nomination, how do you gauge his chances of winning the general?

[joshcryer]

59. I'll somewhat agree with Starry.

It's a long shot. But give it time.

Hell, if there's an implosion in the campaign you might even see someone else throw their hat in (see: Warren). So there's that to consider as well.

I just don't like these zero chance arguments. Let's just see what happens. I've been thoroughly enjoying the major candidates' speeches lately. It's really good and I get off this forum and am able to avoid the negativity here.

If it makes you feel any better, in the Bernie vs Hillary poll 95% supported Bernie. But here only 51% think he will win. While it doesn't have nearly as many votes, it could show the doubt even Sanders' supporters have.

I think it's silly though because if Sanders was the nominee I don't see any Republicans in the current field that could win. I suspect they'd have to nominate a woman to cause a ruckus and she'd have to hold rather liberal positions on a lot of things.