Democratic Primaries
In reply to the discussion: Question: why should someone vote for Sanders over Wsrren [View all]FoxNewsSucks
(11,778 posts)Personally, I'd be equally happy with either Warren or Sanders. I've had my fill of corporate-friendly establishment Democrats.
My main reason for continuing to support Sanders is that he has been consistent in his liberal views throughout his career. He doesn't stick his finger up to see which way the wind is blowing. In fact, he stood up for things like civil rights and gay rights when it was not yet a popular position. That is leadership.
I also think he deserves recognition of the fact that without him, and all the work he did running in 2016, none of the liberal policies would be talked about now. The corporate media ignored him as long as they could. But the policies he and Warren stand for are things that the public wants and the public would benefit from.
And if the Democratic party wants to grow and flourish in the future, it damn well needs to embrace one or both of the Senators who inspire, energize and motivate younger people and working people. To win in the future, we need to show a clear difference, and reason for future generations and workers to support Democratic candidates. Otherwise, many will continue to vote 3rd party, be fooled by charlatans like tRump, or simply stay home like they did in 2016.
primary today, I would vote for: Undecided