"Even if you hate Bloomberg, think of it as a once-in-a-lifetime chance to watch the 9th richest man

[ehrnst]

in the world spend a fortune to elect a Democratic Socialist."

[NYMinute]

1. He thinks he will get votes for his purity

In reality, most Americans are pragmatic and would consider it either not too bright or just posturing.

[brush]

2. Stupid is the word. It's also stuningly naive to think America will elect a socialist.

[ehrnst]

3. +100.

[Doremus]

4. Pretty fucking amazing when standing up for one's principles is considered stupid.

WTH has happened to us that we can't respect a person for taking the hard road in order to honor one's beliefs?

Trashing for the sake of it? If it was Obama taking the "high road" you all couldn't throw out enough accolades.

The hypocrisy here makes me sick anymore.

[ehrnst]

5. You do know that Maher is a political humorist, yes?

His job is to present his opinion, in a humorous manner, and he's not known for pulling punches, yes?

If it was Obama taking the "high road" you all couldn't throw out enough accolades.

What did that straw man ever do to you?

"You all?"

Sounds like you have a huge chip on your shoulder that has nothing to do with me or this post.

Perhaps you need a break from DU....

[Doremus]

6. My reply had nothing to do with the OP. Perhaps you should read the posts I was responding to.

[ehrnst]

7. And the "Obama" strawman? And the "you all" accusation?

That chip on your shoulder is really huge.

[ehrnst]

9. You keep posting here, so clearly you are seeking responses and interaction.

Be careful what you wish for, because complaining about it when you get it isn't a good look.

[sheshe2]

10. I replied to the post above yours.

Hit send and it was gone.

Your "pretty graphic" has helped me and calmed me when I needed it most. I see it when I lay down to sleep. I breathe. I feel the calm.

Thanks ehrnst.

[ehrnst]

11. There are times when we all need to just stop, and concentrate on breath

Glad I could help.

[sheshe2]

12. Hey,

[NYMinute]

13. Standing firm on one's beliefs is for religious leaders like the pope

Politics is a game of give and take, not a game of "my way or highway."

Bernie is a politician ... he is not a messiah. Politicians strive to get 70% of they want by giving 30% but most would settle for 50%. It is transactional.

Very core principles - like equality, anti-discrimination, a woman's right to choose are never sacrificed. However, benefit program proposals can handle a give and take if it improves the lives of people.

Obama was able to pass ACA because he bargained. If he had insisted on a single payer, we would have no plan at all. Obama succeded in giving health care to millions. It was not perfect but it was a start. It helped people.

[mitch96]

14. "think of it as a once-in-a-lifetime chance"

To see to see one very wealthy person knock the shit out of "just" a wealthy person...
Where's the popcorn... this should be good...
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[Jamaal510]

15. As weird as this might sound,

BS refusing MB's money is even more of a reason for me not to want him as our nominee. I oppose money in politics, too, but best believe that 45*'s side will have mammoth dollars and plan on using them. MB can help neutralize that. BS might score some points among his core fans, but he would be setting himself up for an even bigger disadvantage in a GE matchup by turning that money down.