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In reply to the discussion: I believe it is correct to criticize Bernie when he disrespects my party. [View all]JHan
(10,173 posts)I've never seen "establishment" used like an albatross round the neck of a politician the way it was used last year. Any organization that endorsed her became "establishment" by dint, the height of absurdity - these were advocacy groups who toil for the most vulnerable in America.
The only candidate who actually cared was the so called "establishment" one .
Anti-establishment arguments work well for Republicans because of their loathing for government. A woman who wanted to defend Obama's legacy and make more progress for Americans was demonized, even though it was Republicans who made Obama's terms in office a nightmare because of their constant obstruction.
Hillary is no more "establishment" than Biden, for example, or Senators who have been in Congress for decades and"Tone deafness" - did you read the Democratic Platform?
Also, it seems you have an issue with the 4 million who favored the Democratic Nominee over her opponent?