Democratic Primaries

progressoid

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146. Good luck with that.

Reply to revmclaren (Reply #142)

Mon Dec 30, 2019, 09:50 PM

Dec 2019

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for: Undecided

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Joe Biden would consider a Republican VP. [View all] Eric J in MN Dec 2019 OP

Wtaf? lettucebe Dec 2019 #1

Choosing a qualified candidate regardless of party is the right thing to do. Poeraria Dec 2019 #47

Has it ever happened before? tecelote Dec 2019 #79

lincoln's second vp was ten nbessee democrat andrew johnson rampartc Dec 2019 #92

Yes it has Dem4Life1102 Dec 2019 #108

IIRC McCain wanted Joe Liberman for VP at140 Dec 2019 #157

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

If he does then it'll be the second retraction in just a couple of days. Towlie Dec 2019 #118

BIG MISTAKE IF JOE DOESN'T RETRACT... HE WILL, HE HAS TO!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #120

This is just a bone thrown to centrist independents NYMinute Dec 2019 #162

Yes, that's EXACTLY what we're sayin... the Earth will come to an end. Riiiiiight!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #164

wIlL iT rEaLlY? nt NYMinute Dec 2019 #165

Okay, I can see there's no point... byyyyeeeee!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #168

"This is just a bone thrown to centrist independents" - Translation: Don't worry, Joe is only lying. Towlie Dec 2019 #199

It is not lying NYMinute Dec 2019 #207

I agree... but his reference to "decent Republicans" is also questionable. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #203

As a principle, I'm not necessarily opposed. David__77 Dec 2019 #2

Yea, that would be a great idea (not) if we were tied in the senate. vsrazdem Dec 2019 #9

Well... David__77 Dec 2019 #12

those types of republicans... sacto95834 Dec 2019 #110

I have not heard a single Republican speak out against the worst POTUS in walkingman Dec 2019 #65

There may be some mayor or state legislator somewhere David__77 Dec 2019 #73

Bill (?) Weld has and has talked about 3rd party run. at140 Dec 2019 #159

That's a loaded question. LakeArenal Dec 2019 #3

and Biden also said he couldn't think of one either still_one Dec 2019 #39

Which was funny.. omg.. That's a big clue right there.. Cha Dec 2019 #107

Exactly right!! That should have been Joe's response... he needs to make a retraction. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #78

Remember what Joe said about the Republicans ? ritapria Dec 2019 #90

WILL NEVER FORGET THAT ONE!! SHEEESH!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #171

YESSS... who can forget that gaffe by Joe?!?! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #204

Ooooh we got him now! Dream Girl Dec 2019 #4

He just says no. I am a democrat and I support a democratic ticket, that's how. vsrazdem Dec 2019 #10

This is called stirring up shit Dream Girl Dec 2019 #14

Agree, I see it all the time with Bernie posts, desparation apparent. vsrazdem Dec 2019 #15

VERY apparent... but it's how you know Bernie's steadily gaining steam!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #167

That's laughable considering the double standards R B Garr Dec 2019 #21

Like Hiring Jill Stein supporters like Ms Gray still_one Dec 2019 #41

Your making WAY too much sense... therefore you must be ridiculed. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #166

Easy!!!! Just say "NO"!!!! nt USALiberal Dec 2019 #63

Yes, that would have been the politically smart thing for Joe to say. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #88

Exactly. We need both people on the ticket to support Democratic ideals. Chemisse Dec 2019 #126

Here's how Joe is sposed to answe: NO, I'D NEVER CONSIDER THOSE DEPLORABLE GOPee'S FOR VP!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #93

Does He Want To Lose This Race? Me. Dec 2019 #5

What are you talking about. TidalWave46 Dec 2019 #8

Well, then maybe you should explain it to me, cause I am only 66 and have been following vsrazdem Dec 2019 #11

I bet you get it just fine considering the byzantine R B Garr Dec 2019 #25

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

Jane Sanders said it wasn't important who you voted for as long as you voted R B Garr Dec 2019 #60

Courting voters is how you get your candidate elected. Voltaire2 Dec 2019 #131

Switching parties back and forth while demonizing Democrats R B Garr Dec 2019 #140

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

You get it. NT TidalWave46 Dec 2019 #49

Agree this is absolutely ridiculous and smacks of desperation...I'm wondering how many of these Dream Girl Dec 2019 #22

All He Had To Do Is Say Me. Dec 2019 #23

It's too soon to answer a question? TidalWave46 Dec 2019 #48

It's Not Improper Me. Dec 2019 #75

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

APPARENTLY SO... BUT WITH THAT STATEMENT, JOE WILL NOT BE PICKING A VP InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #97

THe Statement Is Not Disqualifying Me. Dec 2019 #115

Me, that's a very reasonable statement...while Joe IS now the frontrunner, I doubt it will last. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #119

Yet, Joe is still 9.4% ahead in the RCP poll average. TexasTowelie Dec 2019 #127

Civility Carried THis Day Me. Dec 2019 #170

Centrist Third Wayers would rather be well-paid losers than let anyone left of them have leverage. backscatter712 Dec 2019 #160

Good observation. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #174

I can think of a previous Republican or two. No one currently in the Republican Party. TidalWave46 Dec 2019 #6

Anything which defeats Trump works for me Cicada Dec 2019 #7

A Biden/Kasich ticket would probably be very strong against Trump. (n/t) thesquanderer Dec 2019 #24

I'd have to really hold my nose to vote for that one Freddie Dec 2019 #33

I agree ..nt at140 Dec 2019 #161

For crying out loud. braddy Dec 2019 #13

That's meant for Never Trumpers and the Old Republican Party bucolic_frolic Dec 2019 #16

No way. Not voting for a Republican. 50 Shades Of Blue Dec 2019 #17

Ditto..... LovingA2andMI Dec 2019 #186

Has Joe Biden just jumped the shark? Dorn Dec 2019 #18

SURE SEEMS LIKE IT!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #132

LOL. Downtown Hound Dec 2019 #19

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

BOOOOOOOOMMM!!!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #133

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

Yup, Joe is also the last of the Democratic candidates I'd vote for... InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #135

WTF melman Dec 2019 #27

There's no way Joe would do it. Aaron Pereira Dec 2019 #28

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

Honestly, Enough With His Being OPen Minded Me. Dec 2019 #38

I actually agree with you. Bleacher Creature Dec 2019 #95

He's Is By All Measure THe Leading Candidate Me. Dec 2019 #113

Could you imagine if Hillary had given this answer? StevieM Dec 2019 #30

What a lovely idea, except democrank Dec 2019 #31

this tells me that he is gonna forgive everything gop did AlexSFCA Dec 2019 #32

Joe would be making a terrible mistake if he did that too... InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #87

Now he's just pulling your leg Hekate Dec 2019 #34

I do hope he's just making bipartisan noises Vogon_Glory Dec 2019 #35

Biden just wants to appear open minded. Sloumeau Dec 2019 #37

Joe Biden - Condoleezza Rice ? ritapria Dec 2019 #42

Joe Biden is playing 3D chess, while others play checkers. The Valley Below Dec 2019 #43

He needs to unite Democrats to win the primary. mudpuddle Dec 2019 #55

He needs to unite Democrats and win over swing voters and disaffected Republicans. The Valley Below Dec 2019 #64

NO, JOE BIDEN'S PLAYING TIDDLY WINKS WHILE BERNIE PLAYS SPELUNKY!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #99

The problem with this is Biden would then be setting up a Republican as a worthy successor. pnwmom Dec 2019 #44

No shit. And Joe would likely have a very Voltaire2 Dec 2019 #177

THAT'S A SCARY THOUGHT!! NO THANKS IS RIGHT!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #188

This message was self-deleted by its author TwilightZone Dec 2019 #45

How about if Biden simply said, no. Lexee Dec 2019 #46

Agree. Raven123 Dec 2019 #53

YES, NOW THERE'S A CONCEPT!! Seems simple enough!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #173

Amy would have even said.... LovingA2andMI Dec 2019 #187

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

good let's go Joe ! stonecutter357 Dec 2019 #52

I could think of several boomer_wv Dec 2019 #54

This message was self-deleted by its author crazytown Dec 2019 #56

Um, just shut up, Joe swag Dec 2019 #57

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

Bloomberg? Pantagruel Dec 2019 #58

Not a good answer. Vinca Dec 2019 #59

YES, TERRIBLY WRONG ANSWER BY JOE... NEEDS TO BE RETHOUGHT AND REVISED!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #80

Put another way... genxlib Dec 2019 #61

Because there are none Liberalhammer Dec 2019 #62

This should be disqualifying as no Repub would advance any Dem agenda. LonePirate Dec 2019 #66

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

Because there are no Republicans that he's considering - duh... Skya Rhen Dec 2019 #130

Oh yes it's disqualifying....GIVE ME A FUCKING BREAK. nt UniteFightBack Dec 2019 #149

I'm starting to think you might be right... don't let the naysayers get you down!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #176

Fuck. That. Shit. Fiendish Thingy Dec 2019 #67

If Joe does pick a Rethug for VP, that would not make the base happy. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #85

Sounds like a dare tirebiter Dec 2019 #68

This makes me smile Gothmog Dec 2019 #69

the twisting and nitpicking needs to stop. it does not help your candidate. EveHammond13 Dec 2019 #71

Your candidate made the remark. Own It. n/t MarcA Dec 2019 #139

why should I own it? i don't give a shit about it. you do. EveHammond13 Dec 2019 #194

Joe, drink your coffee!! demosincebirth Dec 2019 #72

I have no words... DesertRat Dec 2019 #74

I love Joe Biden more everyday. The Valley Below Dec 2019 #82

This message was self-deleted by its author pinkstarburst Dec 2019 #83

This message was self-deleted by its author helpisontheway Dec 2019 #86

Wait, are you really saying that Bettie Dec 2019 #105

He picks a repuke, Dem voters stay home wellst0nev0ter Dec 2019 #89

No actual Democrats would ever stay home revmclaren Dec 2019 #96

"No actual Democrats" progressoid Dec 2019 #122

What was your opinion of the Russian hacking revmclaren Dec 2019 #137

It happened and will likely happen again. But what does that have to do with the OP or... progressoid Dec 2019 #138

Oh I would never say that. Perish the thought. revmclaren Dec 2019 #142

Good luck with that. progressoid Dec 2019 #146

+1,000 n/t MarcA Dec 2019 #143

Hillary's problem in 2016 is that she hemorrhaged Obama voters wellst0nev0ter Dec 2019 #134

Actually it's the Biden excuse makers who seem desperate. n/t MarcA Dec 2019 #141

Really...? revmclaren Dec 2019 #144

The style of your posts prove my point. n/t MarcA Dec 2019 #145

My style is that of a supporter of my candidate. revmclaren Dec 2019 #147

The poster you replied to seems calm and composed ChubbyStar Dec 2019 #198

THAT'S EXACTLY RIGHT... PRETTY SIMPLE, YES!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #179

Theoretically, in the pre-tRump era, this may have been an acceptable response. ariadne0614 Dec 2019 #91

This is disqualifying Joe941 Dec 2019 #94

So is hiring Briana Joy Gray who voted for Jill Stein and has no regrets do so still_one Dec 2019 #101

Startin' to think you might be right Joe. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #180

... mcar Dec 2019 #98

but, but, but, that would throw a monkey wrench in yet another Biden bashing thread still_one Dec 2019 #102

We can't let that happen mcar Dec 2019 #109

+++ still_one Dec 2019 #111

There's no way that question should have tripped him up melman Dec 2019 #114

Meh. Joe was being polite. There is no way MerryBlooms Dec 2019 #100

That's the problem: We're always too nice to Repukes wellst0nev0ter Dec 2019 #136

THISSSSSSSS!! InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #181

Exactly ..it was something nice to say with zero intentions of carrying it out. Or perhaps a trial UniteFightBack Dec 2019 #152

I disagree with him Bettie Dec 2019 #103

I am done with Joe Biden. gordianot Dec 2019 #104

"disqualifying" indeed Locrian Dec 2019 #124

Yeah, I'm not giving Joe one red cent either...maybe if he somehow miraculously wins the nomination InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #183

I wonder if any Repubs have been asked that question choie Dec 2019 #106

................ Afromania Dec 2019 #112

What laughable reactions awesomerwb1 Dec 2019 #116

Agreed. writes3000 Dec 2019 #172

For the sweet love of Cthulhu Cuthbert Allgood Dec 2019 #117

Terrible jcgoldie Dec 2019 #121

I'm astounded not only with biden Locrian Dec 2019 #123

When will the other candidates treestar Dec 2019 #125

Why does he constantly insert his foot in his mouth? sellitman Dec 2019 #128

Get a grip, it's not that serious. nt UniteFightBack Dec 2019 #153

He proves once again Rollerman Dec 2019 #129

Yup, been sayin' that for awhile now... Joe's not the right candidate at the right time. InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #189

Hopefully he's just saying that...now is not the time..it's not. nt UniteFightBack Dec 2019 #148

Good answer whistler162 Dec 2019 #151

That's a bullshit question SharonClark Dec 2019 #154

this is so Joe :) Kurt V. Dec 2019 #155

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

I don't trust ANY republicans,period. I_UndergroundPanther Dec 2019 #169

Me neither,theyre ALL deplorable EVERY SINGLE ONE! Cant imagine why anyone would consider one for VP InAbLuEsTaTe Dec 2019 #178

Just Can't Even..... LovingA2andMI Dec 2019 #185

This makes me want to vomit. Mickju Dec 2019 #190

"JoeBiden was asked if he would consider choosing a Republican running mate..." myohmy2 Dec 2019 #195

Welcome to today's pile-on! Music Man Dec 2019 #196

No no no no no Politicub Dec 2019 #197

The reactions on this thread are ridiculous. Skidmore Dec 2019 #200

We have to many MFM008 Dec 2019 #201

That sounds like more trouble than it's worth. dubyadiprecession Dec 2019 #202

I will vote for Vice President Biden or whomever Golden Raisin Dec 2019 #205

I don't see anything wrong with "considering" a wide range of candidates. totodeinhere Dec 2019 #206