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MaggieD

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141. How so?

Reply to Agony (Reply #81)

Sun Dec 6, 2015, 01:34 PM

Dec 2015

Sorry, but is this anti-immigrant rhetoric or something else?

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This message was self-deleted by its author [View all] MaggieD Dec 2015 OP

I feel the same way about Hillary supporters Autumn Dec 2015 #1

Ok, thanks for the kick! MaggieD Dec 2015 #5

You're so welcome Maggie. Kicks help a lot. Autumn Dec 2015 #6

I know, right? MaggieD Dec 2015 #12

You betcha Autumn Dec 2015 #17

Who cares about the theatrics of her supporters? Hillary is the problem. Leading Dem. Neocon: leveymg Dec 2015 #123

Everyone should care about Sanders supporters theatrics. And yes, he's a problem. 2nd leading Dem: BlueCaliDem Dec 2015 #210

"Signed, David Brock of CorruptTheRecord." AtomicKitten Dec 2015 #283

First off, it's BlueCaliDem, not David Brock. The info in my post is my own compilation BlueCaliDem Dec 2015 #285

"Even neocons call Clinton a neocon." AtomicKitten Dec 2015 #286

Does nothing to take away from the proven fact that Sanders is a bona fide neocon, does it? BlueCaliDem Dec 2015 #291

I suggest you make your theory an OP & run it up the flagpole. AtomicKitten Dec 2015 #295

Thanks for your suggestion! BlueCaliDem Dec 2015 #296

You shouldn't feel the same way about everyone. Agschmid Dec 2015 #44

Most of us are smart enough to realize that. Autumn Dec 2015 #67

Yes. Agschmid Dec 2015 #68

Broken record - yes!!! 840high Dec 2015 #204

I think there are SOME instances where supporters might thucythucy Dec 2015 #245

yup,so do I Autumn nt wendylaroux Dec 2015 #168

and Hillary supporters Duckhunter935 Dec 2015 #2

Ok! MaggieD Dec 2015 #3

Which is why Hillary is pulling away... JaneyVee Dec 2015 #4

Yes, and loyal Dems are unlikely to vote for.... MaggieD Dec 2015 #7

Pardon me, but our party dissed US. Gregorian Dec 2015 #15

No they didn't MaggieD Dec 2015 #40

Glass�Steagall; the Iraq war votes; impeachment off the table. Gregorian Dec 2015 #62

Well we just disagree MaggieD Dec 2015 #76

I'm a Bernie supporter who doesn't look at it that way. I just want a better society. Gregorian Dec 2015 #240

How do you know that Sanders supporters like him because he's not a Dem? notadmblnd Dec 2015 #254

"you can't force your ideology onto a party" choie Dec 2015 #154

If it didn't win and give us a platform... yallerdawg Dec 2015 #195

"socialist party" Voice for Peace Dec 2015 #253

Purity AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #20

Correct - that's a huge problem with the extreme left MaggieD Dec 2015 #51

No you demand purity AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #120

She just won another super-delegate - Washington Governor, Jay Inslee! BlueCaliDem Dec 2015 #223

This message was self-deleted by its author ESKD Dec 2015 #263

"loyal dems" Voice for Peace Dec 2015 #252

Not really. earthside Dec 2015 #142

Polls disagree with your assertions. seabeyond Dec 2015 #173

At best, DINOS PowerToThePeople Dec 2015 #8

60% of Dems are DINOs MaggieD Dec 2015 #9

Not sure where you pull that from PowerToThePeople Dec 2015 #13

Suuurrrre they are! AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #10

As a Bernie supporter... Cornus Dec 2015 #11

Are you okay? MaggieD Dec 2015 #18

He is holding up a mirror for you! AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #24

I can look MaggieD Dec 2015 #52

but but but, I thought it was Bernies supporters that made you pick Hillary 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #63

No, I picked Hillary because she is the most qualified DEMOCRAT MaggieD Dec 2015 #78

It is a contradiction if you read the title of your post 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #115

Oh, I know the extreme left will always smear actual Democrats MaggieD Dec 2015 #125

well to be true 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #133

I get that you feel that way MaggieD Dec 2015 #152

no, really don't know much about socialism 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #161

The other day she was bragging about hating Sanders AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #91

I know, I've seen her around 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #95

Glad to see you read all my posts! MaggieD Dec 2015 #99

no, did you even read my post? 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #103

That's awesome - thank you! MaggieD Dec 2015 #105

NP n/t 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #118

I like both Bernie and Hillary. I'll figure out which one I will vote for as the RKP5637 Dec 2015 #14

I am not voting for Clinton in the primaries because she is the wrong candidate for all of us. ESKD Dec 2015 #16

I wish I could say the same MaggieD Dec 2015 #21

So you won't vote for Bernie if he is the nominee? ESKD Dec 2015 #27

Yea, he become one abut a month ago. leftofcool Dec 2015 #31

I don't consider him a Democrat - no. MaggieD Dec 2015 #41

Perhaps if you Hillary fans hadn't spent months insulting and mocking Bernie supporters Kentonio Dec 2015 #19

Oh, I think it's pretty clear where it started MaggieD Dec 2015 #23

Hypocrisy much? AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #26

I like Skinner's statement that "This issue of Bernie's party affiliation is a nonissue. For all kath Dec 2015 #171

Maybe you should have read John Lewis' FB page leftofcool Dec 2015 #29

So a few assholes on the internet is cause for insulting large numbers of fellow DU'ers? Kentonio Dec 2015 #37

If it was only a few that would be fine MaggieD Dec 2015 #43

That was so hurtful and painful to see-and so many riversedge Dec 2015 #71

I cannot take that approach. I will vote for whoever the Democratic nominee is. All I have to do still_one Dec 2015 #22

That's cool MaggieD Dec 2015 #28

I don't give a rat's ass 840high Dec 2015 #208

Are you merely blabbering, too? seabeyond Dec 2015 #212

I was fine with Bernie until what his supporters did to John Lewis leftofcool Dec 2015 #25

Yes, that and the attacks on AA really turned the tide for me MaggieD Dec 2015 #30

What are the odds that the majority of those who provided the ugly remarks were not even Democrats? still_one Dec 2015 #47

Who knows? They signed themselves as Bernie supporters leftofcool Dec 2015 #72

I wonder if 2naSalit Dec 2015 #184

Whatever. I think you're starting to understand the concern over Hillary, and you can't stand it... reformist2 Dec 2015 #32

Nah, I think she will win handily MaggieD Dec 2015 #48

This Citizen Regards HRC Supporters With The Same Level Of Contempt cantbeserious Dec 2015 #33

Sadly, you seem to be in the minority MaggieD Dec 2015 #129

Your Opinion Only - Others See The World Differently cantbeserious Dec 2015 #131

Hillary is the best candidate running for president. She has not spent time trashing the DNC, DWS, Thinkingabout Dec 2015 #34

This Citizen Understands That HRC Would Not Bite The Hand That Feeds Her cantbeserious Dec 2015 #46

This citizen understand Hillary has not trashed the DNC and is now running on the DNC ticket. Thinkingabout Dec 2015 #101

This Citizen Recognizes That Some Are Blind To The Hollow Shell cantbeserious Dec 2015 #112

BYE Thinkingabout Dec 2015 #130

Glad To Speak With You - Have A Nice Day cantbeserious Dec 2015 #132

Quit reading GDP etherealtruth Dec 2015 #35

Bernie spent 25 years dissing Dems MaggieD Dec 2015 #55

You keep claiming that yet never offer examples AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #124

The examples have been posted here many times MaggieD Dec 2015 #128

So you have none AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #134

I just don't play fetch MaggieD Dec 2015 #140

Your the one making the claim AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #151

Are you really that uninformed? MaggieD Dec 2015 #163

None of which back your claim AgingAmerican Dec 2015 #167

Of course they do MaggieD Dec 2015 #178

If he really wanted to diss the Democrats zalinda Dec 2015 #188

He has no hope going it alone. He needed and needs the Democratic base and support system. seabeyond Dec 2015 #191

The Dem party heads have been in the tank for Hillary zalinda Dec 2015 #211

The majority of the Democratic base has supported Clinton from day one. Yes. She is that strong. seabeyond Dec 2015 #216

If the heads of the party has to zalinda Dec 2015 #227

Clinton's numbers haven't changed much. She is a strong candidate, the Democratic base recognizes. seabeyond Dec 2015 #230

The Democratic base is only about 33% zalinda Dec 2015 #257

Dissing Dems, or disagreeing with their policies? potone Dec 2015 #304

Flame bait Cheese Sandwich Dec 2015 #36

Hey, I'm just explaining how the tactics are backfiring MaggieD Dec 2015 #57

I think its being generous SwampG8r Dec 2015 #176

I don't think that attempted blackmail will work MaggieD Dec 2015 #180

I dont get what you mean SwampG8r Dec 2015 #215

I do not have to declare I wont vote Sanders. It is Clinton's primary. seabeyond Dec 2015 #38

They used the exact wrong tactics MaggieD Dec 2015 #104

Missteps in running this campaign at every point. I saw another just yesterday. If one can make a seabeyond Dec 2015 #114

That's exactly right MaggieD Dec 2015 #136

This is nonsensical. Kentonio Dec 2015 #279

A candidates supporters should have no impact on who you support. Agschmid Dec 2015 #39

That would be silly mythology Dec 2015 #42

I don't see it that way MaggieD Dec 2015 #50

You are not alone. There are many on the right that won't support Bernie. Broward Dec 2015 #45

And on the left MaggieD Dec 2015 #49

I'll vote for Bernie in the General. msrizzo Dec 2015 #53

I don't think I could handle having you on our team anyway. so stick with weathervane, please 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #54

And you can stick with the Not a Dem guy! MaggieD Dec 2015 #60

so it's not because of Bernies supporters after all? 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #66

+1000 nt Live and Learn Dec 2015 #86

I could have held my nose MaggieD Dec 2015 #117

right his supporters made that happen 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #126

Love the guy you call Not a dem guy. 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #108

at least the "not a dem guy" 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #137

Clinton is in the top 15% as the most progressive Democrat. seabeyond Dec 2015 #149

then that kind of proves my other post on dems 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #162

No, it does not. It could also suggest that you are not talking about Clinton's actual seabeyond Dec 2015 #175

This Citizen Suspects That Some Truly Enjoy Twisting In The Wind cantbeserious Dec 2015 #77

some are able to do that easier than others. n/t 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #100

This Citizen Agrees - Some Are Truly Co-opted By The Cult Of Personality - Rudderless To The Core cantbeserious Dec 2015 #106

We all get our unique ways of posting. I get that. I certainly love my own style. But, seabeyond Dec 2015 #116

As The Citizen Said - We All Have Our Own Styles cantbeserious Dec 2015 #119

HAHA, and this is the EXACT attitude I saw here R B Garr Dec 2015 #238

wow, I can't believe anyone would choose their candidate on the supporters 2pooped2pop Dec 2015 #264

Post removed Post removed Dec 2015 #56

Huh? MaggieD Dec 2015 #58

Thread winner. Agony Dec 2015 #81

How so? MaggieD Dec 2015 #141

Definitely kath Dec 2015 #153

Wow, that was a bad hide. Live and Learn Dec 2015 #217

We are getting a lot of bad hides lately if you've noticed. nm rhett o rick Dec 2015 #267

Don't let faux supporters sway you. joshcryer Dec 2015 #59

He has a long history of dissing Dems MaggieD Dec 2015 #64

He did not call for a primary. joshcryer Dec 2015 #69

He said it "would be a good idea" MaggieD Dec 2015 #156

And it was. joshcryer Dec 2015 #165

I have too fredamae Dec 2015 #90

No one is suggesting purity. The issue is actively working toward chaos and destruction of the party seabeyond Dec 2015 #96

Responses to those who criticize fredamae Dec 2015 #139

I think when a politician has a career stating the Democratic and Republican party are the same, seabeyond Dec 2015 #172

I'm caring less these days fredamae Dec 2015 #203

I think a lot of the discontentment is a lack of honesty of the reality we sit, seabeyond Dec 2015 #209

We can't Know the future fredamae Dec 2015 #219

We can know the now, though. Which is my point. seabeyond Dec 2015 #221

Ok, where is the harm? fredamae Dec 2015 #225

Why so much animosity? I have come to the conclusion seabeyond Dec 2015 #229

Can you please offer context? fredamae Dec 2015 #236

Hear, hear! Little Star Dec 2015 #270

Exactly MaggieD Dec 2015 #160

The Democratic Party says Bernie is a Democrat, Bernie says he is and our Primary started out with Bluenorthwest Dec 2015 #111

Not true. He has spent his political career dissing the Democratic Party. Here are just a few. seabeyond Dec 2015 #82

He's a co-founder of the largest Democratic Caucus in the US Congress, the Progressive Caucus Bluenorthwest Dec 2015 #143

First Blue, I will be the first to admit that my understanding of marriage equality was off in 2004. seabeyond Dec 2015 #181

So you desire leeway and context given to you that you refuse to give to others. That's unethical. Bluenorthwest Dec 2015 #262

So you desire leeway and context given to you that you refuse to give to others. That's unethical. seabeyond Dec 2015 #265

MOM is my candidate but if Bernie is the nominee I'll vote for him without reservation. PragmaticLiberal Dec 2015 #61

Bernie is not innocent in this MaggieD Dec 2015 #74

So if Bernie is the nominee One of the 99 Dec 2015 #65

What do you expect after someone has been terrorized by Bernie Bros. Bernie Bros = terrorists Cheese Sandwich Dec 2015 #70

Then you have no business voting for anyone anywhere... sibelian Dec 2015 #73

I'm interested in what the candidate stands for and will do Jarqui Dec 2015 #75

You're certainly welcome to your opinion MaggieD Dec 2015 #83

Ok, maybe things are becoming clearer: Jarqui Dec 2015 #192

And it continues. OilemFirchen Dec 2015 #260

There is a lot of truth to what you say, Maggie D. DemocratSinceBirth Dec 2015 #79

I know a lot of people who feel the same MaggieD Dec 2015 #92

It's not so much ideology as their approach... DemocratSinceBirth Dec 2015 #110

My third graders had better decision-making abilities libdem4life Dec 2015 #80

You probably could have made your opinion known without... MaggieD Dec 2015 #85

OK. Second graders. DisgustipatedinCA Dec 2015 #189

Nope. They are called developmental stages of reasoning. libdem4life Dec 2015 #259

I imagine your students probably have better Skidmore Dec 2015 #289

Pathetic. nt Bonobo Dec 2015 #84

Makes sense. Both (radical-imo)sides agree with this. fredamae Dec 2015 #87

Only a true stooge would allow random others to control their actions. I don't judge any person by Bluenorthwest Dec 2015 #88

I find it interesting that Clinton supporters issues with Bernie are his supporters, and Sanders hughee99 Dec 2015 #89

Then you have not been listening. Plenty of arguments have been made per Sanders positions. seabeyond Dec 2015 #94

Oh I disagree with him on his solution for every issue MaggieD Dec 2015 #97

So you disagre with him on his solution for EVERY issue, but you won't ever support him hughee99 Dec 2015 #145

If you have fundamental disagreements with Bernie LibDemAlways Dec 2015 #199

5 recs and 90 replies jkbRN Dec 2015 #93

Why do recs matter? MaggieD Dec 2015 #98

Rarely does one find such an illuminating post on DU. Live and Learn Dec 2015 #102

I know, right? MaggieD Dec 2015 #107

So, if a Hillary supporter hurts your feelings, are you going to switch to Trump? nt Live and Learn Dec 2015 #122

Lol. So feeble, so easily influenced. morningfog Dec 2015 #109

I just ignore the angry and snobby stuff DFW Dec 2015 #113

That's incredibly stupid. Scuba Dec 2015 #121

Yes, I agree - the BS supporter tactics are incredibly stupid MaggieD Dec 2015 #147

Choosing (or rejecting) a candidate based on their supporter's actions is stupid. Period. Scuba Dec 2015 #159

At some point a tipping point is passed MaggieD Dec 2015 #169

What's wrong with smearing democrats who act like republicans? TIME TO PANIC Dec 2015 #127

What is wrong is being dishonest about our Democratic frontrunners record, and smearing her as a seabeyond Dec 2015 #187

She's not by today's standards, but TIME TO PANIC Dec 2015 #213

Hillary supporters are some of the biggest smearers on this site. liberalnarb Dec 2015 #135

More piercing insight from one of DUs most shining intellects. kath Dec 2015 #138

Thanks for the kick and compliment! MaggieD Dec 2015 #144

Our voting history is pretty much the same. But I've realized having been that kind of Democrat brewens Dec 2015 #146

Thank you for admitting your PUMA status. aikoaiko Dec 2015 #148

Sanders supporters has PUMA status hands down in this election 2016. I havent heard concern from you seabeyond Dec 2015 #190

I'm not concerned -- just glad to see the veil of deceit be removed. aikoaiko Dec 2015 #198

Yet no one will own the many PUMA's in the Sanders camp. 1 aikoaika. You got one. Good for you. seabeyond Dec 2015 #200

Oh I think more than a few Bernie supporters have owned their intention to not vote for HRC. aikoaiko Dec 2015 #206

More than a few Sanders supporters are PUMAs of 2016. Seems to be important to you, you brought it seabeyond Dec 2015 #220

Snotty little post. eom saltpoint Dec 2015 #150

Why isnt Bernie allowed to have disagreements with Democrats? liberalnarb Dec 2015 #155

Does that make you a "Purist"? Tierra_y_Libertad Dec 2015 #157

Carter was primaried by an opponent on his left Agnosticsherbet Dec 2015 #158

Huh? yuiyoshida Dec 2015 #164

Also internet bloggers are kind of a pathetic reason not to vote for someone liberalnarb Dec 2015 #166

You don't have to worry because Bernie will NOT be the nominee. Guaranteed. Metric System Dec 2015 #170

Yes, I know MaggieD Dec 2015 #179

Awwwwwwwww shucks Armstead Dec 2015 #174

Makes sense... ljm2002 Dec 2015 #177

"But internet wide I have seen Bernie supporters smear Dems workinclasszero Dec 2015 #182

snap to attention! Step in line! Do as you are told!!!!LOYAL LAOYAL LOYAL bowens43 Dec 2015 #183

The return of the PUMAs right on schedule! It IS 2007 all over again!!! Attorney in Texas Dec 2015 #185

So you will not support Sanders if he is the nominee. Fascinating. What will you do, then? Scootaloo Dec 2015 #186

ZOMG! Knock these stupid divisive posts out! You work on the Clinton Campaign--Post that too! nt TheBlackAdder Dec 2015 #193

Love this OP! artislife Dec 2015 #194

Sure. A good sign. Painting Clinton's campaign as a coronation while she continues to strengthen seabeyond Dec 2015 #197

Keep posting! artislife Dec 2015 #201

She is not sinking, lol. Silliness. And to suggest there is an issue with her voting history, seabeyond Dec 2015 #205

Rah rah rah, Go team artislife Dec 2015 #214

Does this mean you have no argument? Rah, Rah? Really? seabeyond Dec 2015 #224

No it means all I see is rah, rah, rah. artislife Dec 2015 #228

All you have done is insult me, without addressing the political positions I have put forth. seabeyond Dec 2015 #231

Are you trying to bait me? buh bye....nt artislife Dec 2015 #239

You insult me every post, I call it out, and you talk about games. Bye, Art. seabeyond Dec 2015 #248

That's rather coherent Capt. Obvious Dec 2015 #290

I know right SwampG8r Dec 2015 #299

it's weird Capt. Obvious Dec 2015 #300

Me either SwampG8r Dec 2015 #303

Wake up Maggie I think I got something to say to you. Juicy_Bellows Dec 2015 #196

LOL nt Live and Learn Dec 2015 #235

Hillary supporters have nothing to do with why I won't support Hillary CBGLuthier Dec 2015 #202

Will you support Bernie if he is the nominee? Autumn Dec 2015 #207

It has always been about "Someone Else" or "Anyone But." yallerdawg Dec 2015 #218

You're living in a fantasy world if you haven't seen Bernie smeared by Hillary supporters. Vinca Dec 2015 #222

So, to use the Clinton argument, you would prefer a Republican to win and nominate SC justices? karynnj Dec 2015 #226

That's funny seriously funny Kalidurga Dec 2015 #232

You're not all peaches and cream yourself. tammywammy Dec 2015 #233

+1000 nt Live and Learn Dec 2015 #234

Word azmom Dec 2015 #244

I think she represents Clinton PERFECTLY Scootaloo Dec 2015 #251

Vote for The Donald then Politicalboi Dec 2015 #237

Sorry, but this is a petty reason that makes no sense. Arugula Latte Dec 2015 #241

Agreed Maggie. Post 238 has my reasons. R B Garr Dec 2015 #242

That's fine, we don't need your support to win. Chan790 Dec 2015 #243

I will support the Democratic Nominee no matter what Gothmog Dec 2015 #246

Actually you are one of the reasons I would never support Hillary coyote Dec 2015 #247

For the last time, have some dignity. azmom Dec 2015 #249

Sooo, then, if Bernie should win the primaries... ljm2002 Dec 2015 #250

You hurt my feelings, MaggieD. nt thereismore Dec 2015 #255

They certainly turn me off but I will vote for whoever wins the doc03 Dec 2015 #256

Two of them called me blind today. hrmjustin Dec 2015 #258

Do you think only Sanders supporters should get banned for saying they won't support the nominee rhett o rick Dec 2015 #268

I don't want people banned. If Skinner banned everyone who said this then we would be short... hrmjustin Dec 2015 #269

If we ban Progressives that say they won't support the nominee then we should also rhett o rick Dec 2015 #280

This, in spades. Beacool Dec 2015 #261

Here's my 1 1/2 cents underthematrix Dec 2015 #266

Bernie Supporters are the #1 reason I fucking SUPPORT Bernie. cherokeeprogressive Dec 2015 #271

100 % agreed. K/R Sheepshank Dec 2015 #272

This message was self-deleted by its author IHateTheGOP Dec 2015 #273

Gotta hand it to you, MaggieD Blue_In_AK Dec 2015 #274

I'll bet you'd like us to respond in kind TSIAS Dec 2015 #275

"Your tactics are backfiring, IMO" villager Dec 2015 #276

So you support a candidate based on how Mr. Sanders supporters akbacchus_BC Dec 2015 #277

Don't care who you vote for Maggie Leftyforever Dec 2015 #278

... Agschmid Dec 2015 #281

I got A fundraisng email from Sanders Gloria Dec 2015 #282

I just don't care anymore Bradical79 Dec 2015 #284

Is this a PUMA threat? Little early for those, don't you think? Betty Karlson Dec 2015 #287

I generally find some Bernie supporters off-putting Nonhlanhla Dec 2015 #288

Fascinating Capt. Obvious Dec 2015 #292

I can only hope you'll be ok by your 40th year of voting. I have never voted mindlessly for any.... dmosh42 Dec 2015 #293

I don't vote "mindlessly" MaggieD Dec 2015 #294

hmm... chervilant Dec 2015 #297

+1 for SwampG8r Dec 2015 #298

What if he wins the democratic nomination? RedCappedBandit Dec 2015 #301

Then you are just as wrong as the you know who's.... randys1 Dec 2015 #302

I wonder if you'll get the Manny treatment for admitting you won't for vote for him in the GE Heddi Dec 2015 #305