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In reply to the discussion: Remember: No Phony Democrats! [View all]NurseJackie
(42,862 posts)He may not vote with the Democrats as often as we'd like, but he does so MORE than an actual Republican would do. Thirty percent (or whatever the number may be) is a hell of a lot better than ZERO percent. Isn't that enough for you?
But you're an intelligent individual, you don't need me to explain all this to you. Obviously he's not a Vermont-style senator with those types of sensibilities or priorities. He's a reflection of his constituents and it's important to accept that fact. Most rational people understand that the New England-type of politicians who are most adored by the far-left of our party could NEVER be elected in West Virginia... surely you can agree with me on that.
I live in the real world. We're damned lucky to have Joe Manchin. I think he's great!
Count your blessings.