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Congratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
Democratic Primaries
In reply to the discussion: Kamala/Pete or Pete/Kamala 2020? [View all]AlexSFCA
(6,137 posts)34. he is not just new, he is one in a generation kind of political talent
that gets traction quickly. He cant just flood airways, he hasnt even spent much yet. He is invited everywhere cause he is getting enormously popular. Besides, his LGBT status is a huge advantage when it comes to media. Harris is accomplished but I dont think she is in the same league when it comes to political talent. She is more policy driven and her former prosecutorial background is part of it. Pete is a vision and inspiration driven, that what gets presidents elected as they are not legislators (Congress makes laws, presidents set vison).
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for: Joe Biden
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Truth told, with how both are polling I think that -right now- it'd be a losing ticket.
Decoy of Fenris
Apr 2019
#3
You can't ignore lack of support or funds or campaign volunteers though
workinclasszero
Apr 2019
#54
He and a few other are running on the "I can reach Donny voters" mantra.
rogue emissary
Apr 2019
#14
Sorry if I gave that impression, but I also don't think he's only focused on them.
rogue emissary
Apr 2019
#17
Thing is I think that type (I don't use the RN term) wouldn't mind if they got two white guys.
rogue emissary
Apr 2019
#19
There wont be any dream team combos...nobody settles for second after primary battles
Baclava
Apr 2019
#25
Running mates arent chosen till just before the convention, late next summer, its a long way to go
Baclava
Apr 2019
#47
You've almost exactly nailed how I feel ... so obviously I don't think you're off at all :) (nt)
mr_lebowski
Apr 2019
#63