2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: I am supporting Hillary Clinton. Here's what I am not. [View all]PyaarRevolution
(814 posts)Some support Hillary with full knowledge on her stances while I believe some are not fully informed yet support her. Regarding the latter concern I feel this issue is more common with Hillary supporters, excepting diehards.
When it comes to Bernie you have to go out of your way to find out about him and usually the articles tend to contain pertinent information about his stance(how many times has the media asked him about what a socialist is? It's a constant question). So usually if you support Bernie you know what you're getting into.
Conversely, with Hillary, I don't know how ANY union can support Hillary with how she's been in the tank for TPP. Yes, she rejected it finally but it was NOT a firm rejection.
As for the supporters who are overly aggressive and offputting in their demeanor, it's possibly a combination of things or one thing. Bitterness may be a primary driver, constantly having your concerns or issues ignored by your representatives in Congress can engender that feeling. Another is anger as a defense mechanism. If you're constantly being attacked(patronized et other things) you're much more likely to lash out. I'm not saying you should forgive them but at least try to understand it. Don't assume all Sanders fans are like that and possibly reconsider. Remember what erosion can create and how coal becomes a diamond.