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In reply to the discussion: Dems need a young(er) nominee in 2020 [View all]BlueCaliDem
(15,438 posts)What stood out to me during the Republican primaries was, Trumputin was just about the tallest on the stage among all Republicans, except for Jeb Bush who is 1-inch taller. Unfortunately, Jeb came across disingenuous about his family name that Trumputin expertly exploited.
But good rule of thumb, the American people subconsciously go for the 'daddy' thing in men when looking for a leader.
All Democratic men you've mentioned in your post were tall and successful in their presidential bid.
Then next Democrat to run against Trumputin must be, above all else, TALLER or equally tall as Trumputin. Since he's 6'2", we need someone of equal or taller stature and we will win. Anyone who 'appears' shorter, no matter how articulate he is or how good his policy ideas are, will be overlooked and lose.
Edited to add: Cory Booker is 6'3", btw. Not sure he'll be a good candidate, but he's got the height and stature.
As Eddy Izzard said during his stand-up (paraphrasing), "{Human perception is} 70% how you look, 20% how you sound, and only 10% what you say."