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Official: Hillary AND Running Mate to be at Rally in Tampa tomorrow, and I'll be there with Mcar! (Original Post) Native Jul 2016 OP
I'm jealous! tallahasseedem Jul 2016 #1
We will! This is our first rally. We're kinda freaking out about not being able to bring our purses. Native Jul 2016 #2
Yeah, the security gets tight... tallahasseedem Jul 2016 #5
So I guess the thing to do is bring a jacket with pockets? Native Jul 2016 #8
Yes, or a dress or slacks with pockets. tallahasseedem Jul 2016 #9
OMG. That's horrible! I hope that doesn't happen here, but at least the event will be inside. Native Jul 2016 #12
Tuck a bit of cash into your pocket okasha Jul 2016 #67
Will do, thanks! Native Jul 2016 #72
are they mercuryblues Jul 2016 #105
Is she defying the traditional 'Friday News Dump'? Cool! Siwsan Jul 2016 #3
Good for both of you. Smart move by Hillary. The day after the republican convention still_one Jul 2016 #4
I'm jealous too! radical noodle Jul 2016 #6
Congrats! A most energizing & historic day..Enjoy! misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #7
I'm so excited! mcar Jul 2016 #10
I'll bet. KMOD Jul 2016 #17
Thanks KMOD! mcar Jul 2016 #19
You will be at the same rally, right!? Her Sister Jul 2016 #37
Yes. Me and Native in Tampa mcar Jul 2016 #46
Would that be Elizabeth Warren? Qutzupalotl Jul 2016 #11
Warren's gig on Saturday has been on her schedule for a year though. Could just be coincidence. Native Jul 2016 #14
It's also possible Clinton's rally was scheduled for Warren's convenience. Qutzupalotl Jul 2016 #18
I love the speculation! I know it makes some people crazy, but I think it's fantastic. Native Jul 2016 #20
stavridis is from Florida Thrill Jul 2016 #26
My old stomping ground - Palm Beach. Totally forgot about him! Native Jul 2016 #32
I don't know him. Looked him up AllyCat Jul 2016 #81
He hasn't been out of active service long enough to qualify for DOD. Zen Democrat Jul 2016 #85
What is the time frame needed? AllyCat Jul 2016 #86
Faint heart, be still... WheelWalker Jul 2016 #45
Elizabeth Warren will be in Florida tomorrow, too NewJeffCT Jul 2016 #13
Yay!!!! KMOD Jul 2016 #15
Oh My!!!! Woohooo! Her Sister Jul 2016 #16
What a treet!1 riversedge Jul 2016 #27
Kick ass!!!! Nt NCTraveler Jul 2016 #21
BREAKING: I KNOW WHO IT IS GOING TO BE! Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #22
We do need a ballerina to balance the ticket! Native Jul 2016 #25
Exactly. And who better to win over delusional trump voters than an imaginary candidate? Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #29
Yuk. That is the worst photocrap job I have ever seen! riversedge Jul 2016 #30
Obviously you're not familiar with Ms "McIver's" twitter feed! Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #33
Oh,I have seen many of them. that one you posted just struck me as the worst. riversedge Jul 2016 #41
Well thanks. Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #43
Well, then congrats--you did well at the atrociousness. riversedge Jul 2016 #44
I got mad skills, yo. Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #53
... mcar Jul 2016 #70
You've made her look like ET in that photoshop... nt MADem Jul 2016 #35
YOU REALIZE YOU ARE BADMOUTHING A WAR HERO Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #36
I'm sorry, but I can't appreciate your efforts because I CAN'T GET PAST THE BANGS. Native Jul 2016 #39
OH FINE Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #54
OMG Native Jul 2016 #56
Question answered--she wore it best! nt MADem Jul 2016 #107
She stole someone else's nomination! mcar Jul 2016 #47
Good for you and mcar, native. sheshe2 Jul 2016 #23
We are absolutely giddy! And all the congrats and wonderful comments here make us even more pumped! Native Jul 2016 #28
I told mcar we need pictures, or it didn't happen! sheshe2 Jul 2016 #34
Awe, thanks sheshe! I now have a photobucket account so we can upload them in real time. Native Jul 2016 #38
I can't wait. sheshe2 Jul 2016 #42
You are way more tech savvy than me mcar Jul 2016 #48
That's why we're such a good team. You know I'd forget to have a full charge! Native Jul 2016 #50
.. mcar Jul 2016 #51
oh, Have fun. #Hillyes riversedge Jul 2016 #24
Lucky you!!!!! tonyt53 Jul 2016 #31
K and R. riversedge Jul 2016 #40
Fabulous for you and Mcar, Native! brer cat Jul 2016 #49
Not sure about Warren as VP but I'd rather her use her skills in Hillary's Cabinet. misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #52
I saw the same thing. It was on here somewhere. Native Jul 2016 #55
HERE'S A LINK: Warren Asked Kennedy to speak at the Convention misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #61
AND THIS: Whoo Hooo!!! misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #68
Wow, so Warren was Kennedy's law professor! Everything about this is amazing. Native Jul 2016 #71
IKR! You just know this has all been in the plan for awhile misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #78
Throughout this campaign, I've had this "orchestrated" feeling from the beginning. Perhaps it's just Native Jul 2016 #84
True..and just proves the competance of Team Hillary misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #94
Just Wow. And can you EVEN imagine what the history books of the future will say about this? Native Jul 2016 #98
Have Fun Tomorrow!!! misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #103
Can you imagine Warren's VP debate with Pence? AllyCat Jul 2016 #60
He'd pee his pants before she spoke one word. misterhighwasted Jul 2016 #64
Both women would eviscerate their opponents mcar Jul 2016 #69
Oh man wysi Jul 2016 #83
It will be an excellent counterpoint to the nonstop shitshow coming out of Cleveland. Warren DeMontague Jul 2016 #57
Congrats!!!... I have major rally envy!! Ms.Lib Jul 2016 #58
Rally Envy! That's great! Native Jul 2016 #66
Am I reading that correctly--the rally one_voice Jul 2016 #59
Yup. Doors open @ 2:30, Pre-rally stuff starts @ 4:15, and rally is slated to begin at 4:30 Native Jul 2016 #65
Thank you! one_voice Jul 2016 #95
I hate that time between "doors open" and rally stuff starts. It seems to take forever.... George II Jul 2016 #104
I'm going to the Miami Rally on Saturday... Callmecrazy Jul 2016 #62
Good luck for you if she does mcar Jul 2016 #74
Yeah, I'm looking forward to it... Callmecrazy Jul 2016 #77
Right across the bridge from me...but I can't go. :( Sancho Jul 2016 #63
Sorry you can't be there Sancho mcar Jul 2016 #76
Wish you could join us! Native Jul 2016 #80
Whoever is printing up the new bumper stickers, t-shirts and vinyl bus-wrap knows who it is. NurseJackie Jul 2016 #73
I am still praying for Xavier Becerra. I realize that it is very unlikely though. StevieM Jul 2016 #75
I'm in red country and while at the car repair shop, the 4 people sitting with me all said they were Native Jul 2016 #79
But which part of red country do you live in? StevieM Jul 2016 #82
Hernando County. Hernando for Hillary's FB page has 26 likes. mcar's county's page has 3 (2 are us). Native Jul 2016 #88
PAGE HAS BEEN CHANGED. Now just says "Hillary Clinton Coming to Tampa" CaptainTruth Jul 2016 #87
Not sure why link isn't showing up, try again ... CaptainTruth Jul 2016 #89
That was awfully quick for a Podunk venue staff to pull off. Something is definitely up. Native Jul 2016 #101
Noooooooooo! Native Jul 2016 #90
callmecrazy is going to the Miami rally & says all the networks are now saying she'll announce there Native Jul 2016 #92
It has but all this is so last minute mcar Jul 2016 #97
Turn on the convention. That'll take your mind off of this. But you will probably drink more! Native Jul 2016 #99
Stealing Trump's big news day - brilliant rurallib Jul 2016 #91
I just had a horrible thought helpisontheway Jul 2016 #93
DWS? No way that will happen. NEVER EVER. Rest your mind on that one. Native Jul 2016 #96
It's Tim Kaine Don Draper Jul 2016 #100
You're so correct. Duppers Jul 2016 #102
How so, please? Crash2Parties Jul 2016 #106

tallahasseedem

(6,716 posts)
5. Yeah, the security gets tight...
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:13 PM
Jul 2016

I attended her Atlantic City rally a couple of weeks ago and it was the same thing. I've gotten used to it though.

Congrats on your first rally! It is an experience like no other...you'll be walking on air when you leave!

Native

(5,942 posts)
8. So I guess the thing to do is bring a jacket with pockets?
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:15 PM
Jul 2016

What were you able to bring in with you? We were told I.D., one car key, and phone. And do they sell water at these events? Please Dear God say yes.

tallahasseedem

(6,716 posts)
9. Yes, or a dress or slacks with pockets.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:17 PM
Jul 2016

Normally water is provided. They dropped the ball at the AC rally with water. Wouldn't let anyone past security with their own drink, only to find out that there was no water being provided once on the other side. It was 90 degrees at high noon on the boardwalk...not a smart move!

Native

(5,942 posts)
12. OMG. That's horrible! I hope that doesn't happen here, but at least the event will be inside.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:21 PM
Jul 2016

Hillary may not sweat, but we're just mere mortals!

mercuryblues

(14,531 posts)
105. are they
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 07:39 PM
Jul 2016

Are they allowing in clear plastic bags?

If not, a trick I use is to put a 20, my ID and 1 credit card in my cell phone case. Keep that in your front pocket. Wear a pair of shorts with pockets. Sunscreen yourself before you leave your house or when you get there and leave the container in the car.

Lucky you. If I was home I would be tempted to do the 5 hr drive to the rally.

Qutzupalotl

(14,311 posts)
18. It's also possible Clinton's rally was scheduled for Warren's convenience.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:26 PM
Jul 2016

I know it's pure speculation, but that's all we have for now.

AllyCat

(16,187 posts)
81. I don't know him. Looked him up
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:32 PM
Jul 2016

And his military record stands out. He is clearly well educated. Does not appear to have any or much experience in elected office. Maybe that is a selling point to the "Washington Insider" rebellion? What if he was Defense Secretary?

Warren DeMontague

(80,708 posts)
43. Well thanks.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:44 PM
Jul 2016

It's supposed to look atrociously bad. That means I did my job. That's Bill Clinton's body under there, by the way.

sheshe2

(83,768 posts)
23. Good for you and mcar, native.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:29 PM
Jul 2016

I am so excited for you both and our awesome Democratic Party.

Woot!

Native

(5,942 posts)
28. We are absolutely giddy! And all the congrats and wonderful comments here make us even more pumped!
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:32 PM
Jul 2016

sheshe2

(83,768 posts)
34. I told mcar we need pictures, or it didn't happen!
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:35 PM
Jul 2016

Lol~ kidding! Ohh, wait I wasn't kidding about the pics.

Love and hugs to you both!

Native

(5,942 posts)
38. Awe, thanks sheshe! I now have a photobucket account so we can upload them in real time.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 05:39 PM
Jul 2016

at least that's the plan for now.

misterhighwasted

(9,148 posts)
52. Not sure about Warren as VP but I'd rather her use her skills in Hillary's Cabinet.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:01 PM
Jul 2016

She is such a great mind & not intimidated. There are several positions she could fill where her skills would.be spot on perfect.

I cannot locate the article that talked about Warren giving up her Senate seat.
They explained it like this:
If Warren was chosen as VP she could give up her Senate seat and has already met with Joe Kennedy who is ready to step in as temporary Senate replacement and run for the Seat later on.
Saying that Joe Kennedy would be guaranteed to win that seat.

I cannot locate the source..grrr
Anyone happen to read this same piece?

misterhighwasted

(9,148 posts)
61. HERE'S A LINK: Warren Asked Kennedy to speak at the Convention
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:12 PM
Jul 2016
https://www.google.com/amp/www.masslive.com/articles/18978485/sen_elizabeth_warren_reached_o.amp?client=ms-android-att-us#

What a fine intro this would be, the next step into his political career.

He whould be a perfect successor to Warren.
WOW!!
I am liking this a lot.

"US Rep. Joe Kennedy III is slated to speak on Monday at the 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren reached out to the fellow Democrat, who is also a former law school student of hers, about a speaking slot, Kennedy told reporters during a visit to the Massachusetts State House."



misterhighwasted

(9,148 posts)
68. AND THIS: Whoo Hooo!!!
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:19 PM
Jul 2016

Warren's name is in circulation as a potential running mate for Clinton. Warren, a Cambridge Democrat, won the Senate seat after beating Republican incumbent Scott Brown, who is now a prominent Trump supporter.

Earlier this month, Kennedy said he would consider running for Warren's Senate seat if Warren joins Clinton on the ticket and wins the White House.

Needs its own OP..




misterhighwasted

(9,148 posts)
78. IKR! You just know this has all been in the plan for awhile
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:29 PM
Jul 2016

Beautifully strategic in every way!
Love it. He learned from the best.

Native

(5,942 posts)
84. Throughout this campaign, I've had this "orchestrated" feeling from the beginning. Perhaps it's just
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:35 PM
Jul 2016

some kind of karma precognition thing - you know, born with traces of what's to come still lurking somewhere in the far, far recesses of one's brain. It hasn't been on the level of deja vu, but it's been a prevalent feeling for me from the beginning. Or, it's been THE PLAN.

misterhighwasted

(9,148 posts)
94. True..and just proves the competance of Team Hillary
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:48 PM
Jul 2016

Podesta, Huma, Hillary & all who thrive in the close knit circle that brought Hillary thru the darkest hell of the RW hate machine that came at her from all sides, to lead America in the bright light of the US Presidency.

This feat was no small matter & this is what we can expect from President Hillary Clinton.
She leaves nothing to chance. Takes nothing for granted.
She is a brilliant strategist & knows how to get from point A to point B successfully.
WOW..

Native

(5,942 posts)
98. Just Wow. And can you EVEN imagine what the history books of the future will say about this?
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 07:02 PM
Jul 2016

And you have expressed my feelings about Hillary to perfection. Thank you for that.

misterhighwasted

(9,148 posts)
103. Have Fun Tomorrow!!!
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 07:17 PM
Jul 2016

You & mcar get to see her in person & hear her speak.
And I believe this event will be so damn great since it kicks off the beginning of the Dem Convention next week & puts HRC front & center from here thru Nov.

What a memorable day!

one_voice

(20,043 posts)
59. Am I reading that correctly--the rally
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:09 PM
Jul 2016

is set to start at 4:30? Wanna make sure I work my day so I can watch.

George II

(67,782 posts)
104. I hate that time between "doors open" and rally stuff starts. It seems to take forever....
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 07:31 PM
Jul 2016

...have a great time and like "she" said, no pictures and you weren't there!

Have a ball.

Callmecrazy

(3,065 posts)
62. I'm going to the Miami Rally on Saturday...
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:14 PM
Jul 2016

All the networks are saying that she will probably announce then.

Sancho

(9,070 posts)
63. Right across the bridge from me...but I can't go. :(
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:16 PM
Jul 2016

Still, it's exciting that Hillary will be in Florida!

StevieM

(10,500 posts)
75. I am still praying for Xavier Becerra. I realize that it is very unlikely though.
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:23 PM
Jul 2016

I am sure that whoever she picks will be a good VP. We all have our favorites.

In the end, we need to pull together and defeat Trump. I am terrified of what the country would be like under his leadership.

Native

(5,942 posts)
79. I'm in red country and while at the car repair shop, the 4 people sitting with me all said they were
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:30 PM
Jul 2016

scared to death of a Trump presidency. That's like NEVER happened in my neck of the woods. I live around people who advocate for a return to debtor's prison and stockades. No shit.

StevieM

(10,500 posts)
82. But which part of red country do you live in?
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:34 PM
Jul 2016

Indianapolis and the suburbs of Salt Lake City are very different from the exurbs of Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Detroit.

I also worry that Trump will make himself look reasonable tonight and people will decide to give him another chance.

That shameful press conference held by James Comey did incredible damage, just as it was designed to do.

Native

(5,942 posts)
88. Hernando County. Hernando for Hillary's FB page has 26 likes. mcar's county's page has 3 (2 are us).
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:39 PM
Jul 2016

My car was keyed because of my Obama sticker, and I've been physically threatened at the gym on multiple occasions. My yard signs were stolen, defaced, you name it.

Hernando is about 45 mins from Tampa.

Native

(5,942 posts)
90. Noooooooooo!
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:40 PM
Jul 2016

I know her campaign is on like def con lock down about the pick. Maybe we are on to something?

Native

(5,942 posts)
92. callmecrazy is going to the Miami rally & says all the networks are now saying she'll announce there
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:44 PM
Jul 2016

don't know what to think about this. Didn't her campaign say she'd announce by Friday? That's been in the news for days now, right?

rurallib

(62,415 posts)
91. Stealing Trump's big news day - brilliant
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:42 PM
Jul 2016

oh- and congratulations on being there.
First one - there will be a wait before she finally shows, but when she does ---- zoom!

helpisontheway

(5,008 posts)
93. I just had a horrible thought
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 06:47 PM
Jul 2016

Could her running mate be the head of the DNC? They seem like good friends. Thought only popped in my head because I keep wondering why she is making the announcement in Florida.

Don Draper

(187 posts)
100. It's Tim Kaine
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 07:06 PM
Jul 2016

I can literally hear any excitement dissipate like air out of a balloon

She should have picked an actual progressive and someone exciting like Warren, sanders, Brown or Frankin.

Crash2Parties

(6,017 posts)
106. How so, please?
Thu Jul 21, 2016, 07:42 PM
Jul 2016

What has he done to gain that label? Just a few keywords & I can look it up myself, not looking to argue for him.

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