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In reply to the discussion: Joe Biden would consider a Republican VP. [View all]vsrazdem
(2,194 posts)15. Agree, I see it all the time with Bernie posts, desparation apparent.
primary today, I would vote for: Undecided
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That may have been the case in the past, but not these days. I can't think of one republican
catbyte
Dec 2019
#182
THAT COMMENT OF JOE'S IS UNBELIEVABLE... HE SHOULD RETRACT IT IMMEDIATELY!!
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#77
Yes, that's EXACTLY what we're sayin... the Earth will come to an end. Riiiiiight!!
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#164
"This is just a bone thrown to centrist independents" - Translation: Don't worry, Joe is only lying.
Towlie
Dec 2019
#199
I agree... but his reference to "decent Republicans" is also questionable.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#203
Exactly right!! That should have been Joe's response... he needs to make a retraction.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#78
He just says no. I am a democrat and I support a democratic ticket, that's how.
vsrazdem
Dec 2019
#10
Here's how Joe is sposed to answe: NO, I'D NEVER CONSIDER THOSE DEPLORABLE GOPee'S FOR VP!!
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#93
Well, then maybe you should explain it to me, cause I am only 66 and have been following
vsrazdem
Dec 2019
#11
No,I really don't get it. I don't know what message he is trying to send, unless it's play nice
vsrazdem
Dec 2019
#40
Anyone familiar with Sanders' switching parties knows the drill of what and who
R B Garr
Dec 2019
#50
I don't have a problem with Biden trying to attract Trump voters. I have a problem with him
vsrazdem
Dec 2019
#51
The message Joe's sending is NOT playing well with people he'll need to be able to choose a VP.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#192
Agree this is absolutely ridiculous and smacks of desperation...I'm wondering how many of these
Dream Girl
Dec 2019
#22
That would have been a far better answer, but Joe still shoulda rejected all Rethugs outright.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#84
Throw some more at the wall, there's still a few spots not yet covered by the trivial.
LanternWaste
Dec 2019
#36
Me, that's a very reasonable statement...while Joe IS now the frontrunner, I doubt it will last.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#119
Centrist Third Wayers would rather be well-paid losers than let anyone left of them have leverage.
backscatter712
Dec 2019
#160
I can think of a previous Republican or two. No one currently in the Republican Party.
TidalWave46
Dec 2019
#6
To those who claim Sanders is not a real Dem, at least he's never talked about a Republican VP. n/t
thesquanderer
Dec 2019
#20
That's true...he just spends his time bashing the Dem establishment. nt
UniteFightBack
Dec 2019
#150
This is the kind of shite statement that makes me ever so wary of him. He's gone from second down
monmouth4
Dec 2019
#26
I would like to think so... but, it sure sounds like Joe's open to the possibility....
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#175
I'm gonna give him the benefit of the doubt and focus on the word "consider."
Bleacher Creature
Dec 2019
#29
He needs to unite Democrats and win over swing voters and disaffected Republicans.
The Valley Below
Dec 2019
#64
The problem with this is Biden would then be setting up a Republican as a worthy successor.
pnwmom
Dec 2019
#44
That's the thing. All he had to say was ... With our Democratic field? No way and his big ole smile.
Lexee
Dec 2019
#193
Why should he shut up? If what he says is not helpful to his campaign it might help your candidate
Skya Rhen
Dec 2019
#70
He said he can't think of any Republicans. Why the panic, unless you assume that Joe will be the
Skya Rhen
Dec 2019
#76
Why are you not panicking that he would even entertain such a ridiculous notion?
LonePirate
Dec 2019
#81
I'm starting to think you might be right... don't let the naysayers get you down!!
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#176
the twisting and nitpicking needs to stop. it does not help your candidate.
EveHammond13
Dec 2019
#71
It happened and will likely happen again. But what does that have to do with the OP or...
progressoid
Dec 2019
#138
Theoretically, in the pre-tRump era, this may have been an acceptable response.
ariadne0614
Dec 2019
#91
So is hiring Briana Joy Gray who voted for Jill Stein and has no regrets do so
still_one
Dec 2019
#101
but, but, but, that would throw a monkey wrench in yet another Biden bashing thread
still_one
Dec 2019
#102
Exactly ..it was something nice to say with zero intentions of carrying it out. Or perhaps a trial
UniteFightBack
Dec 2019
#152
Yeah, I'm not giving Joe one red cent either...maybe if he somehow miraculously wins the nomination
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#183
Yup, been sayin' that for awhile now... Joe's not the right candidate at the right time.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#189
Jesus fucking Christ, Biden is clueless. Shit like this is why we keep losing elections.
backscatter712
Dec 2019
#156
I hear you... and your frustration. Hard to believe Joe would even CONSIDER doing this!!
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#191
Biden's stated criteria for VP: A woman of color who agrees with him on the issues.
UncleNoel
Dec 2019
#158
Of course, you're being logical. And those who are trying to take Joe down are being too obvious.
writes3000
Dec 2019
#163
Some thrive on getting all up in a high dudgeon. It's where they feel most alive and productive.
emmaverybo
Dec 2019
#184
Me neither,theyre ALL deplorable EVERY SINGLE ONE! Cant imagine why anyone would consider one for VP
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2019
#178
"JoeBiden was asked if he would consider choosing a Republican running mate..."
myohmy2
Dec 2019
#195
I don't see anything wrong with "considering" a wide range of candidates.
totodeinhere
Dec 2019
#206