Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search
Joe BidenCongratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
 

Dragonfli

(10,622 posts)
12. I dig your enthusiasm!
Wed Feb 26, 2020, 07:42 PM
Feb 2020

Once people see past the fear mongering and through the attacks funded by corporations and the extremely wealthy they see that not only are his policy proposals good for the American people, but that he agrees with the majority on issues like healthcare, education, climate change, immigration and most other issues working people are concerned with.

They see that he has always fought for the things our (working) class wants as opposed to the special interests that get the most love from Washington (no matter the party).

Given enough exposure to the truth, those who are not corporate 'persons' or financially benefiting from the status quo or the regressive tax code, tend to realize that unlike many hopefuls in the past, he will actually fight hard for those policies and not only let us assist in the fight via direct actions like peaceful protest and voting around obstacle politicians, he acknowledges that he needs and wants our grassroots help.

He is easily seen as a man who will not sell out OUR common goals for campaign contributions or million dollar speaking fees collected at the end of a tenure.

What one fights for matters.
Authenticity also matters.

That is what goes beyond polls to translate into momentum. IMHO.
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
Latest Discussions»Retired Forums»Democratic Primaries»New polls: Sanders opens ...»Reply #12