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73. Biden is not Obama, and he's not Hillary.

Fri Sep 11, 2015, 10:44 PM

Sep 2015

He has never traded in the stock market because he didn't want to be influenced in voting if it might affect his portfolio.

He never met with lobbyists because he didn't want to be tempted to forget he was working for the people.

He did not use who he was to get perks and wealth -- in 2007, he was the second "poorest" Senator in DC.

I hate the credit card company thing, but the industry was the largest employer in Delaware and I think he would only sign if the Violence Against Women Act was part of the deal to, (in my opinion only), make him feel less guilty about what he was enacting. As I posted elsewhere, I would hope if he does run he will promise (and follow through if elected) to amend/repeal/whatever, that and other issues I think need revisiting.

But bottom line, he's not a DLC-er.

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I agree..... daleanime Sep 2015 #3

^^^AMEN to that^^^! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #4

It might be the thing that helps him along the healing process. gateley Sep 2015 #34

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Haha! Right on! nt gateley Sep 2015 #47

Biden did not discuss one issue. JDPriestly Sep 2015 #19

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He can't discuss "one issue" and give his own opinion as long is he is gateley Sep 2015 #53

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There are many nice people in this country - TBF Sep 2015 #94

I believe I have to vote this post the "understatement of the day"... Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #97

Then you will love my post #96 TBF Sep 2015 #98

He's practically said as much (about not running), and I for one hope he doesn't. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #100

Al Gore was elected immediately after being VP lunatica Sep 2015 #108

After seeing his interview with Colbert, I think I'd have to agree. Bubzer Sep 2015 #5

A human being first, a politician second. And, he did a damn fine job of raising his boys. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #6

Again, if Democrats liked Obama's policies enough to nominate and elect BIden, JDPriestly Sep 2015 #22

I do not wish to get into an argument about Bernie and Biden's relative merits. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #35

"Biden is a great guy"--couldn't agree more. That WAS the purpose of this OP. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #44

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Yes, we're all aware of that -- gateley Sep 2015 #61

Biden is a sitting vice president. JDPriestly Sep 2015 #104

I agree with your assessment on Biden - TBF Sep 2015 #96

It was political and personal. Most political interviews try to be personal, and most personal JDPriestly Sep 2015 #103

If he ran.. cannabis_flower Sep 2015 #40

More than that, I would hope he would take steps and make attempts gateley Sep 2015 #72

I wish I could feel that positive hfojvt Sep 2015 #7

Really? lark Sep 2015 #11

His kind of sincere humanity is rare in a politician, and it has often got him in hot water. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #15

He and Jimmy Carter are my 2 all time favorite politicians. lark Sep 2015 #20

I have a real soft spot for Joe. What a wonderful friend he must be! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #36

Bernie has even more of it. So Biden can't run on that. JDPriestly Sep 2015 #24

Biden is not Obama, and he's not Hillary. gateley Sep 2015 #73

Then why did he support the Bankruptcy Act of 2005? JDPriestly Sep 2015 #85

Listen, I hate the Bankruptcy Act (and he's done other things that piss me off, too -- gateley Sep 2015 #86

Biden advised people to shoot through the front door. former9thward Sep 2015 #68

Most likely, if you were trying to break down his front door, you wouldn't be a neighbor anyway. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #79

Ahhh no. former9thward Sep 2015 #83

"Try" for what exactly? Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #93

Trying to defend something that is illegal and irresponsible. former9thward Sep 2015 #105

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I would like him to be my next door neighbor... awoke_in_2003 Sep 2015 #71

That is so exciting!!! gateley Sep 2015 #74

It had me worried... awoke_in_2003 Sep 2015 #75

Bwah! Too funny! gateley Sep 2015 #77

not what I read hfojvt Sep 2015 #29

Extending a tax cut is a betrayal? Please explain. gateley Sep 2015 #81

what I am talking about is NOT the same bill that the article talks about hfojvt Sep 2015 #106

And cannabis_flower Sep 2015 #46

and it doesn't end there either stupidicus Sep 2015 #56

He was showing all his heart and, to me, that was one of the bravest things I've ever seen MrScorpio Sep 2015 #8

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I don't love Mr. Mandatory Minimums ..eom cannabis_flower Sep 2015 #49

I've seen people crying because they lost their home over Biden's 2005 Bankruptcy "reforms"... nt Romulox Sep 2015 #9

I truly believe that Biden would never consciously or willfully hurt others. Mistakes? Sure! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #12

Well, dang. And I was starting to like Joe... Bubzer Sep 2015 #13

That "reform" made it pretty much impossible to discharge student debt in a bankrupttcy JDPriestly Sep 2015 #25

I'll just say... SoapBox Sep 2015 #14

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VP Biden is a decent human being shaped by years of experience and personal tragedy. kelliekat44 Sep 2015 #17

Bernie is appealing to the young and new voters, JDPriestly Sep 2015 #26

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I have yet to meet anyone, especially anyone under 50 JDPriestly Sep 2015 #38

My three kids are all not impressed Gothmog Sep 2015 #41

We shall have to wait and see. JDPriestly Sep 2015 #42

My sentiments exactly...! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #50

It was a good interview and Biden obviously loves his children. n/t Skwmom Sep 2015 #18

Love me some Joe. hamsterjill Sep 2015 #21

He's too vulnerable right now to face the hurly-burly and cruelty of a campaign, IMHO. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #55

Thanks for posting FlaGatorJD Sep 2015 #23

Regarding Colbert's first episode, severe technical problems required abandoning Hortensis Sep 2015 #30

Props! Juicy_Bellows Sep 2015 #78

Stephen will go from strength to strength. He hasn't reached cruising speed yet! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #63

"We will not see their like again in my lifetime" handmade34 Sep 2015 #27

Colbert is really good at interviewing people Gothmog Sep 2015 #28

A cut above the ordinary late-night fare, you have to agree! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #64

I have liked the show Gothmog Sep 2015 #69

Two truly great men. SouthernProgressive Sep 2015 #31

And, history will prove them even greater...they will shine in the annals. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #65

I'm raising my head again for the first time in YEARS ~ gateley Sep 2015 #32

Glad you came out of "semi-retirement", LOL! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #66

K&R mcar Sep 2015 #39

Simply the best! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #60

Thank you for posting this fadedrose Sep 2015 #45

You're a woman after my own heart. I too had tears in my eyes, listening to him. Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #59

Perfect post - thank you EOM elfin Sep 2015 #52

Glad you feel the same way! Surya Gayatri Sep 2015 #58

For once, my family actually sat quietly during the news this morning deutsey Sep 2015 #62

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Just watched it treestar Sep 2015 #70

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welcome back ! spanone Sep 2015 #80

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Hi Surya Gayarti! lovemydog Sep 2015 #84

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I can't idolize anyone, especially not those who compromise Tsiyu Sep 2015 #87

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Thanks madokie Sep 2015 #92

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