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Bernie Sanders

sarge43

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5. As sweet and remarkable a moment as it was,

Reply to Plucketeer (Original post)

Mon Apr 11, 2016, 11:52 AM

Apr 2016

it wasn't the bird; it was Senator Sanders' reaction. He was charmed (pun intended) and very possibly moved by that tiny creature. He's a tough street fighter, but he's also a man with a generous heart and imagination.

I'll say again. He's a mensch.

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Chuklesome moment [View all] Plucketeer Apr 2016 OP

I'm a cynic but I still think it says something positive about his energy GreatGazoo Apr 2016 #1

Birdies know Bernie's a great human that we need now! Mother Nature sent her messenger :) appalachiablue Apr 2016 #2

They might also have a thing for condensation on water bottles. eridani Apr 2016 #6

No! That's Not it...You ruint it :( Just teasing! Love the birdie! appalachiablue Apr 2016 #7

I will always treasure that photoshop! n/t eridani Apr 2016 #9

Someone posted a photo yesterday. SamKnause Apr 2016 #3

You Betcha! Plucketeer Apr 2016 #4

As sweet and remarkable a moment as it was, sarge43 Apr 2016 #5

My every thought you expressed.Thanks. What a rare gift Bernie is and a true mensch. appalachiablue Apr 2016 #8

Well now that you posted this I can tell my little story from yesterday. Punkingal Apr 2016 #10

+1000 nt Plucketeer Apr 2016 #11