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In reply to the discussion: Cynthia Nixon attacks Joe Biden for calling Mike Pence a "decent man" [View all]Eugene
(61,872 posts)26. Biden walks back praise for Pence following criticism
Source: Associated Press
Biden walks back praise for Pence following criticism
By THOMAS BEAUMONT
February 28, 2019
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) Former Vice President Joe Bidens tendency to talk about his good relationships with Republicans landed him in trouble Thursday when he called his successor, Mike Pence, a decent guy.
The comment was quickly criticized by fellow Democrats, including actress and activist Cynthia Nixon, who tweeted that Biden had complimented Americas most anti-LGBT elected leader, forcing Biden to walk back his comment.
Youre right, Cynthia. I was making a point in a foreign policy context, that under normal circumstances a Vice President wouldnt be given a silent reaction on the world stage, Biden tweeted. But there is nothing decent about being anti-LGBTQ rights, and that includes the Vice President.
The episode shows one of the challenges the 76-year-old Biden will face as he considers a run for the presidency. In promoting his relationships with Republicans in a way that might appeal to general election voters, Biden also risks alienating the Democrats he would need to win a primary.
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By THOMAS BEAUMONT
February 28, 2019
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) Former Vice President Joe Bidens tendency to talk about his good relationships with Republicans landed him in trouble Thursday when he called his successor, Mike Pence, a decent guy.
The comment was quickly criticized by fellow Democrats, including actress and activist Cynthia Nixon, who tweeted that Biden had complimented Americas most anti-LGBT elected leader, forcing Biden to walk back his comment.
Youre right, Cynthia. I was making a point in a foreign policy context, that under normal circumstances a Vice President wouldnt be given a silent reaction on the world stage, Biden tweeted. But there is nothing decent about being anti-LGBTQ rights, and that includes the Vice President.
The episode shows one of the challenges the 76-year-old Biden will face as he considers a run for the presidency. In promoting his relationships with Republicans in a way that might appeal to general election voters, Biden also risks alienating the Democrats he would need to win a primary.
-snip-
Read more: https://apnews.com/5cf1669d9bb74809ab94707f9f11b38c
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Cynthia Nixon attacks Joe Biden for calling Mike Pence a "decent man" [View all]
Yosemito
Feb 2019
OP
A lot of pearl clutching because Joe Biden respects the dignity of the office in public.
CrossingTheRubicon
Feb 2019
#8
I couldn't agree more. Everything you said is right on. I am more and more convinced with so
still_one
Feb 2019
#9
Context is important: Biden was referencing Pence introducing Trump at the Munich
R B Garr
Feb 2019
#14
so he's schmoozing with republicans (and others) at a republican-sponsored event
bigtree
Feb 2019
#18
Some folks seem more interested in attacking Democrats than Republicans.
CrossingTheRubicon
Mar 2019
#34
Cynthia Nixon was endorsed in that race by the so-called "Justice Democrats."
CrossingTheRubicon
Mar 2019
#36