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Congratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
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In reply to the discussion: I think Beto O'Rourke is going to be the next President of the United States. [View all]
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I think Beto O'Rourke is going to be the next President of the United States. [View all]
coti
Feb 2019
OP
Totally agree. Well stated. Not sure I understand how discounting someone because they
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#100
If it's "time" for a female President, then why not time for a gay President? An Asian President?
MadDAsHell
Mar 2019
#78
Are you saying the right genetalia is more important to representing women than the right policies?
MadDAsHell
Mar 2019
#130
You seem uncomfortable answering. Are the right genetalia more important than the right policies?
MadDAsHell
Mar 2019
#137
I like him, but I'm not convinced yet that he's ready for it. Charisma is great but
The Velveteen Ocelot
Feb 2019
#4
Obama had been an Illinois state senator for three terms, then a U.S. Senator.
The Velveteen Ocelot
Feb 2019
#8
How much more experience does Harris have? Asking with all due respect.
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#102
When I look at our brilliant field, I think of the term 'embarrassment of riches,' and when you...
CurtEastPoint
Feb 2019
#10
Although it is widely held that young candidates need to run multiple times to gain recognition.
lindysalsagal
Mar 2019
#83
I think he'll hurt Sanders, too. But Sanders doesn't stand a chance anyway...
Garrett78
Mar 2019
#16
You are right. If Biden is best positioned to win back WI MI and PA...everyone
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#104
Agreed. He definitely seems like a good VP candidate, particularly for an older candidate.
Capt. America
Mar 2019
#96
Legalize pot, improve education, healthcare. But he was running to represent
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#113
I hope so. Aren't we counting on all of them having the basics? His senate
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#123
Please don't forget the most loyal Democratic votes: Black women. Kamala has star power
chimpymustgo
Mar 2019
#87
I think she's the biggest STAR in the party. I'm disappointed with Biden, but could live with a
chimpymustgo
Mar 2019
#98
Laura, it's intangible. But many women, and black women in particular feel a bond with her.
chimpymustgo
Mar 2019
#105
100% get that CMG!!!! I have always picked people because of those very reasons. But this
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#108
These are all the reasons I'm willing to even CONSIDER Biden. I hope he's learned from his
chimpymustgo
Mar 2019
#109
If there ever was a perfect antithesis to trump joe is it. I do hear you though
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#110
Those names can't win, regardless of their abilities. Names matter in politics.
lindysalsagal
Mar 2019
#84
Yes, he came close to beating Cruz in Texas, but do U.S. citizens know enough about him?
YOHABLO
Mar 2019
#53
He receives the 2nd most amount of money from the fossil fuel industry of anybody in Congress.
jalan48
Mar 2019
#55
Is Beto receiving anything from the fossil fuel industry now? That was when he was in Congress
SFnomad
Mar 2019
#57
Actually, that's exactly how politics works. You try to represent a different (usually larger)
SFnomad
Mar 2019
#59
Sorry, climate change is the #1 issue for me and I have no interest in a candidate who has a
jalan48
Mar 2019
#60
I think we can find a great candidate without ties to the fossil fuel industry.
jalan48
Mar 2019
#72
Some here might say that you have "ties to the fossil fuel industry" (unless it's electric)....
George II
Mar 2019
#120
I suppose they could. The fossil fuel industry has a powerful influence on our national
jalan48
Mar 2019
#121
I think it is waaaaay too early to make such a statement. What I hear you saying is you think
Nitram
Mar 2019
#118
At least one of the next three. Right now taking Cornyn's seat is very much important, too.
marble falls
Mar 2019
#122
Absolutely. I think it will be interesting to see how corny acts in the coming
Laura PourMeADrink
Mar 2019
#124