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Joe BidenCongratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
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This is it folks (Original Post) musicman65 Aug 2019 OP
still too early JI7 Aug 2019 #1
We're a long way from the end of the race. But I do love that GIF. highplainsdem Aug 2019 #2
Looking good is not enough, he needs to make sure he doesn't give an inch to the repubs Perseus Aug 2019 #45
Please drop out, Joe Cartoonist Aug 2019 #3
Good thing the current election is not 2016's election LanternWaste Aug 2019 #6
I don't think he'll drop out until at least the end of November mtnsnake Aug 2019 #7
How about he will be the nominee and Harris, Warren and hopefully Sanders will drop out...the others Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #29
Why would he drop out? Turin_C3PO Aug 2019 #9
So did Hillary Cartoonist Aug 2019 #15
Yes Turin_C3PO Aug 2019 #17
But she's not Prez Cartoonist Aug 2019 #19
Sure he will after he wins the primary and beats the serial would be murderer in the White House. Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #28
so you are saying berksdem Aug 2019 #44
I live in CA Cartoonist Aug 2019 #48
I will support whomever berksdem Aug 2019 #50
If she won by 3 million votes, why is she not in the WH? at140 Aug 2019 #51
intervention by Russia and Comey Skittles Aug 2019 #62
I have a hard time believing Comey was helping Trump at140 Aug 2019 #63
Comey talked about Trump's emails, but did not mention Trump being involved with RUSSIA Skittles Aug 2019 #67
Treason. MrsCoffee Aug 2019 #64
And? Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #30
Lost! Cartoonist Aug 2019 #34
Kind of ironic you bring that up because that is what happens with other candidates particularly Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #58
In that case Harris should also drop out seeing as she also leads trump. oldsoftie Aug 2019 #41
I don't see it that way Cartoonist Aug 2019 #42
Well considering that your canididate is in the single digits...close to the lower tier candidates Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #59
If you run a different candidate it will be 16 again. Trump will get an electoral college win. Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #23
This message was self-deleted by its author musicman65 Aug 2019 #36
Please. Biden is NOT one of the least liked candidates to ever run. oldsoftie Aug 2019 #39
Post removed Post removed Aug 2019 #43
You wont say it, but went ahead and said it. oldsoftie Aug 2019 #47
I kept you from putting it in my mouth Cartoonist Aug 2019 #49
And it was ridiculous to get what you got. oldsoftie Aug 2019 #66
Yeah, that wouldn't be very smart of you to say that. Cha Aug 2019 #55
He may end up being the nominee, and if he is, we must support him 100% Perseus Aug 2019 #46
Apparently, I missed the Bettie Aug 2019 #4
Stop...there is no coronation but it is very likely that Biden will be the nominee and people should Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #24
And what I am saying is that Bettie Aug 2019 #27
I don't see any breakouts honestly...people have pretty much made up their minds... Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #31
So, we should all just quit Bettie Aug 2019 #37
Those in single digits should quit...waste of money and time...but the others hang in if you can Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #38
It's not a waste of money. Quackers Aug 2019 #61
I think there are too many candidates...and I believe the money could be spent on a general...not Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #65
The way things are setup, yes, after Super Tuesday its pretty much over. oldsoftie Aug 2019 #40
Is this an anti-Biden OP?!? bluewater Aug 2019 #5
Go Joe Iamaartist Aug 2019 #8
Whomever approved that logo should be fired. progressoid Aug 2019 #16
I love that logo...but anything to do with Biden is no good for some folks...not specifically saying Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #25
This is it? Is Biden auditioning for the Blue Man group? Autumn Aug 2019 #10
Ha! Tipperary Aug 2019 #13
I would be happy to support him in that endeavor. Autumn Aug 2019 #18
Yeah, that gif is a little silly. Tipperary Aug 2019 #20
I guess people got to go with what they have. Autumn Aug 2019 #21
Still too early to be 100% confident. Turin_C3PO Aug 2019 #11
Sing It Paul McCartney....Let It Be Joe.... Iamaartist Aug 2019 #12
What is "it?" mtnsnake Aug 2019 #14
Nope. Kingofalldems Aug 2019 #56
I guess I just never got the whole thing where sunglasses are supposed to make you look cool. cwydro Aug 2019 #22
It is a great ad and it is about being cool...I had a teacher who basically said the same thing Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #26
Yeah, my sister always said about people wearing sunglasses: "the sun's always out when you're cool" cwydro Aug 2019 #32
That is a great line...haha...your sis sounds like fun. Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #33
We used that line a lot back in the day. cwydro Aug 2019 #35
I like Warren...but am not convinced she can win a general but...I keep watching and should Demsrule86 Aug 2019 #60
He looks great, but then he starts talking BeyondGeography Aug 2019 #52
Yes, he starts talking and he sounds like the best shot at beating Trump. Doodley Aug 2019 #53
President Booker disagrees BeyondGeography Aug 2019 #54
... Scurrilous Aug 2019 #57
 

highplainsdem

(48,978 posts)
2. We're a long way from the end of the race. But I do love that GIF.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:29 PM
Aug 2019

Biden's looking really good.

So are the polls.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Perseus

(4,341 posts)
45. Looking good is not enough, he needs to make sure he doesn't give an inch to the repubs
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:25 PM
Aug 2019

I am hoping that he stays on course and doesn't come up with any gaffs which will feed the republican propaganda machine.

I understand that Biden's gaffs compared to any republicans are nothing, it is nothing to us, but the repubs propaganda machine is as good as it gets, so it is important that Biden doesn't given a thing. They will still make crap up, but crap can be fought easier.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Cartoonist

(7,316 posts)
3. Please drop out, Joe
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:29 PM
Aug 2019

I like you, but I don't want 2016 again.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

LanternWaste

(37,748 posts)
6. Good thing the current election is not 2016's election
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:41 PM
Aug 2019

and the host of differences illustrate as much.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

mtnsnake

(22,236 posts)
7. I don't think he'll drop out until at least the end of November
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:44 PM
Aug 2019

although he might hang in there until February. Hard to say when at this point.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
29. How about he will be the nominee and Harris, Warren and hopefully Sanders will drop out...the others
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:54 PM
Aug 2019

might as well be dropped out now...and maybe Harris is in the latter group too...really bad polling today. When the general comes,I will work for the nominee as hard as I know how...and not just Biden any nominee, but I think it will be Biden.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Turin_C3PO

(13,991 posts)
9. Why would he drop out?
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:46 PM
Aug 2019

He leads significantly in every poll.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Turin_C3PO

(13,991 posts)
17. Yes
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:59 PM
Aug 2019

and she went on to win the primary and have the general election stolen from her (she still beat Trump by 3 million votes).

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Cartoonist

(7,316 posts)
19. But she's not Prez
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:03 PM
Aug 2019

And Joe won't be either.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
28. Sure he will after he wins the primary and beats the serial would be murderer in the White House.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:51 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

berksdem

(595 posts)
44. so you are saying
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:24 PM
Aug 2019

Harris would be better than joe? She stunk up the joint in the last debate...

It is all too early but Biden is way ahead of the field. May the best nominee win.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Cartoonist

(7,316 posts)
48. I live in CA
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:29 PM
Aug 2019

I've followed her career. She's the best person for the job. A disappointing performance in the debates is unfortunate.

I'm voting for president, not debate captain. I can support almost all our candidates. I like Liz too.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

berksdem

(595 posts)
50. I will support whomever
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:39 PM
Aug 2019

the nominee is but Harris is dropping in the polls. It is early and things are fluid but her last debate really turned me off to be honest. If Harris is the nominee I will vote for her without question. I am just not sure she can make up the ground.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

at140

(6,110 posts)
51. If she won by 3 million votes, why is she not in the WH?
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:49 PM
Aug 2019

Has Electoral Vote method been outlawed? I think it should be.
If it is, the state's rights people will have a cow...oh well..
But until it is, popular vote won't do it.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Skittles

(153,160 posts)
62. intervention by Russia and Comey
Wed Aug 21, 2019, 01:17 AM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

at140

(6,110 posts)
63. I have a hard time believing Comey was helping Trump
Wed Aug 21, 2019, 09:36 AM
Aug 2019

only because he was fired soon after Trump took over.
Russia has been playing mischief in all democracies for lot longer than 2016.
And Russia will do it again in 2020 because autocratic systems hate democratic systems.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Skittles

(153,160 posts)
67. Comey talked about Trump's emails, but did not mention Trump being involved with RUSSIA
Wed Aug 21, 2019, 05:05 PM
Aug 2019

that tells me everything I need to know

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

MrsCoffee

(5,801 posts)
64. Treason.
Wed Aug 21, 2019, 09:52 AM
Aug 2019

Duh.

As usual, our message and platform are on point. But all of our candidates face the same battle in 2020.

We shouldn’t be talking about find a mythical unicorn candidate. We should be talking about securing our elections and getting rid of citizens united and money buying power.


If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
58. Kind of ironic you bring that up because that is what happens with other candidates particularly
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 09:49 PM
Aug 2019

Harris and Warren. They win the popular vote but not the electoral college...they won't win the blue wall states.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

oldsoftie

(12,536 posts)
41. In that case Harris should also drop out seeing as she also leads trump.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:15 PM
Aug 2019

EVERYONE at the top should drop out, since they, too, are leading trump like HRC was.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Cartoonist

(7,316 posts)
42. I don't see it that way
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:21 PM
Aug 2019

Biden is the old one. Sanders should drop out too.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
59. Well considering that your canididate is in the single digits...close to the lower tier candidates
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 09:50 PM
Aug 2019

that won't happen.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
23. If you run a different candidate it will be 16 again. Trump will get an electoral college win.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:46 PM
Aug 2019

So, I am ridin with Biden...I wager he gets Ohio too... he helped Obama get it in 08 and keep it in 12.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden

Response to Cartoonist (Reply #3)

 

oldsoftie

(12,536 posts)
39. Please. Biden is NOT one of the least liked candidates to ever run.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:12 PM
Aug 2019

He's probably one of the MOST liked.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden

Response to oldsoftie (Reply #39)

 

oldsoftie

(12,536 posts)
47. You wont say it, but went ahead and said it.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:28 PM
Aug 2019

If he starts ACTING like an old man i'll change my mind. Until then, he's the frontrunner & thats who I stick with.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Cartoonist

(7,316 posts)
49. I kept you from putting it in my mouth
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:31 PM
Aug 2019

But you did anyway.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

oldsoftie

(12,536 posts)
66. And it was ridiculous to get what you got.
Wed Aug 21, 2019, 03:48 PM
Aug 2019

This place has lost its mind. They must dole out 10000 hides a day

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Cha

(297,224 posts)
55. Yeah, that wouldn't be very smart of you to say that.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 05:08 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Perseus

(4,341 posts)
46. He may end up being the nominee, and if he is, we must support him 100%
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:26 PM
Aug 2019

We must make sure our support takes him to the presidency and we can get rid of most republicans.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Bettie

(16,109 posts)
4. Apparently, I missed the
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:36 PM
Aug 2019

entire primary.

I'm not up for a coronation. I want to hear what everyone has to say and how they act on the campaign trail.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
24. Stop...there is no coronation but it is very likely that Biden will be the nominee and people should
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:47 PM
Aug 2019

think about that.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Bettie

(16,109 posts)
27. And what I am saying is that
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:51 PM
Aug 2019

it isn't a done deal yet, so cool your jets. There is a whole lot of time and a whole lot of campaign to go.

At this point in the cycle, nothing is a sure thing. One of the candidates currently polling pretty low could have that breakout moment.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
31. I don't see any breakouts honestly...people have pretty much made up their minds...
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:58 PM
Aug 2019

I wouldn't be surprised if on Super Tuesday or by the next primary....we have our nominee. Hopefully if this is the case all others will drop out.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Bettie

(16,109 posts)
37. So, we should all just quit
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 02:41 PM
Aug 2019

supporting anyone else and accept that it's a done deal? Sorry, not buying what you are selling.

IF Biden is the nominee, I'll vote for him, but I really dislike being told the primary is over before a single vote has been cast.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
38. Those in single digits should quit...waste of money and time...but the others hang in if you can
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 02:43 PM
Aug 2019

get funding until the actual primary...I would say Harris is on the cusp of those with no chance. That being said...if I am wrong I will vote for and work my ass off for any of the candidates.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Quackers

(2,256 posts)
61. It's not a waste of money.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 10:05 PM
Aug 2019

If a candidate has met the requirements, let them continue. I would rather have multiple candidates attacking Trump than just one for his re-election campaign to focus on.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
65. I think there are too many candidates...and I believe the money could be spent on a general...not
Wed Aug 21, 2019, 02:00 PM
Aug 2019

for candidates who are going nowhere this time.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

oldsoftie

(12,536 posts)
40. The way things are setup, yes, after Super Tuesday its pretty much over.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:14 PM
Aug 2019

Unless its VERY close with the remaining states to go. This cycle the primaries are front loaded.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

bluewater

(5,376 posts)
5. Is this an anti-Biden OP?!?
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:40 PM
Aug 2019


Honestly, not a flattering image to present of Joe Biden.

Is it meant to form some sort of circular firing squad?
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

progressoid

(49,990 posts)
16. Whomever approved that logo should be fired.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:59 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
25. I love that logo...but anything to do with Biden is no good for some folks...not specifically saying
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:48 PM
Aug 2019

you. That is OK I feel the same way about some of the other candidates.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Autumn

(45,084 posts)
10. This is it? Is Biden auditioning for the Blue Man group?
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:49 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Autumn

(45,084 posts)
18. I would be happy to support him in that endeavor.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:00 PM
Aug 2019
I saw them in Vegas
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Tipperary

(6,930 posts)
20. Yeah, that gif is a little silly.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:09 PM
Aug 2019

I am not sold on this Joe Cool thing they seem to be pushing.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Autumn

(45,084 posts)
21. I guess people got to go with what they have.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:15 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Turin_C3PO

(13,991 posts)
11. Still too early to be 100% confident.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:50 PM
Aug 2019

Joe is in an excellent position though.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Iamaartist

(3,300 posts)
12. Sing It Paul McCartney....Let It Be Joe....
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:51 PM
Aug 2019




If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

mtnsnake

(22,236 posts)
14. What is "it?"
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 12:55 PM
Aug 2019

Ray-Bans?

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

cwydro

(51,308 posts)
22. I guess I just never got the whole thing where sunglasses are supposed to make you look cool.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:30 PM
Aug 2019

Usually I’ve found wearing sunglasses is basically hiding in plain sight.

Not getting this ad.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
26. It is a great ad and it is about being cool...I had a teacher who basically said the same thing
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 01:50 PM
Aug 2019

you just did...she just didn't get it...ah well different strokes for different folks.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

cwydro

(51,308 posts)
32. Yeah, my sister always said about people wearing sunglasses: "the sun's always out when you're cool"
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 02:09 PM
Aug 2019

Lol.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
33. That is a great line...haha...your sis sounds like fun.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 02:13 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

cwydro

(51,308 posts)
35. We used that line a lot back in the day.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 02:18 PM
Aug 2019

All this being said, Joe doesn’t need sunglasses to be cool. He’s a great guy.

He’s still in my top three.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Demsrule86

(68,576 posts)
60. I like Warren...but am not convinced she can win a general but...I keep watching and should
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 09:53 PM
Aug 2019

she be the candidate, she has my full support.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

BeyondGeography

(39,374 posts)
52. He looks great, but then he starts talking
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:49 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Doodley

(9,091 posts)
53. Yes, he starts talking and he sounds like the best shot at beating Trump.
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:56 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

BeyondGeography

(39,374 posts)
54. President Booker disagrees
Tue Aug 20, 2019, 03:58 PM
Aug 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
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