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2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: So, we NOW have a new Democratic debate scheduled before the Iowa caucuses? [View all]demwing
(16,916 posts)63. Because we don't trust the last minute change, and with good reason.
If you believe that the game is rigged, that the game is run by liars and crooks (we do), then it's reasonable to assume that the election process is rigged as well. DWS has not behaved in a manner that inspires trust, which compounds the problem. Many Bernie supporters believe that--by design--the questions will favor the candidate that works to maintain the status quo.
I can't speak for anyone else, but I'm glad for the opportunity. I guesstimated the potential risk against the potential gain, and believe that the result favors Bernie, even if the forum is a setup.
I could be wrong, but I think it's worth the risk.
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So, we NOW have a new Democratic debate scheduled before the Iowa caucuses? [View all]
CoffeeCat
Jan 2016
OP
Bingo. Direct hit. " ... the DNC is still full of shit, and their prior positions laid bare. ..."
GoneFishin
Jan 2016
#78
Interesting timing... Ed Schultz starts on RT right before the debate and sport event conflicts...
cascadiance
Jan 2016
#77
This is a last minute event organized because somebody fears things are not going their way.
highprincipleswork
Jan 2016
#6
Yeah... What About That Fucking "Exclusion Clause? Typical DNC... Rules Are "Fluid"
CorporatistNation
Jan 2016
#35
I Am As A Former Congressional Candidate and Dem Nominee Very Familiar With DWS and Her
CorporatistNation
Jan 2016
#40
Did you see this, Demwing? This Town Hall will be run by a long-time Hillary supporter
CoffeeCat
Jan 2016
#66
More of the same. Bernie supporters can crap on Hillary, her supporters, Bernie critics etc but if
stevenleser
Jan 2016
#55
Remeber that "set uP' With The Little Girl Asking About Bullying A Few Weeks Ago?
CorporatistNation
Jan 2016
#46
HRH wanted another debate because she's PLUMMETING in the polls, so of course they were
in_cog_ni_to
Jan 2016
#14
This Will Be Set Up To Allow HRC A Forum To Basically Tell More Half Truths And Fibs In
CorporatistNation
Jan 2016
#50
Just look at it as one more chance for Hillary to show the people how dirty she plays.
cui bono
Jan 2016
#18
Yep, the person spearheading this Town Hall is longtime Clinton supporter/activist
CoffeeCat
Jan 2016
#69
So when the candidate of their choice needs more debates, there will be more debates.
liberal_at_heart
Jan 2016
#29