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In reply to the discussion: Bernie Sanders Proposes War Tax on Millionaires. Plans to add Amendment to Republican Budget [View all]sabrina 1
(62,325 posts)issues, his grasp of the facts, which enables him to 'tell a story' to his audience. I saw people yell and clap at various points while he was speaking, and at least two standing ovations which were loud and raucous, the excitement at hearing someone speaking FOR them after so long, was palpable in the air.
His standing ovations came when he spoke about his support for Single Payer. People leaped to their feet, whistling, clapping and shouting their agreement. The other when he spoke about Race issues.
After over an hour long talk, he took over 30 minutes of questions from the audience. He seems to LOVE these question periods. Answering every one with honesty and without hesitation.
I contrasted his speeches with Hillary's and the truth is, she had to read from her notes, indicating she doesn't speak from the heart, as he does. I have not seen her hold an open question and answer session and can't imagine it frankly.
In a debate, he would win hands down. And that is just a fact.
He would also wipe the floor with every single candidate on the Republican side and probable convert even some Republicans.
HE is clear on the TPP. She is too, though she is trying to hide her position due to the massive opposition to the position she has held and clearly still does.
On this proposal from Bernie, I have no idea where she would stand. And I doubt we ever will.