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Lulu Latech

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101. My hope for Biden

Sun Jul 21, 2024, 02:43 PM

Jul 21

My hope is that he is going to recover from this bout of Covid and that he remains well and involved In the party, and the election of whoever is nominated I’m hopeful that he will have time to enjoy His later years and provide support and knowledge to our next Democratic president

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Biden is out. Let me tell you what is going to happen next on DU. [View all] EarlG Jul 21 OP

You rock cilla4progress Jul 21 #1

I'm donating all my free money to Harris through DU's links TheBlackAdder Jul 21 #240

I am focusing my wrath on the billionaire class of Democrats ZonkerHarris Jul 21 #2

Specifically the AI and crypto bros. blm Jul 21 #33

This message was self-deleted by its author Hiawatha Pete Jul 21 #97

Yup. AleksS Jul 21 #118

Eyes on the Prize ElleMac Jul 21 #180

welcome to DU! LymphocyteLover Jul 21 #209

Amen roscoeroscoe Jul 21 #285

Welcome! NoSheep Jul 22 #313

+infinity RandomNumbers Jul 21 #250

I think George Clooney was pissed that his wife didn't get "honored" for her work on a panel awhile back. CentralMass Jul 21 #148

That seems speculative Bucky Jul 22 #318

Of course. I was speculating. CentralMass Jul 22 #319

I'm focusing my wrath on the billionaires, markodochartaigh Jul 21 #202

Until we get rid DownriverDem Jul 21 #247

and we won't need any pesky primaries either ZonkerHarris Jul 21 #268

are their donations flowing in TONIGHT? Captain Zero Jul 21 #276

I agree with everything except the amensty. Just because the got the outcome they wanted doesn't mean they weren't DFab420 Jul 21 #3

Yes, there was a certain poster I was glad to see gone. NBachers Jul 21 #143

+1 demmiblue Jul 21 #244

Thank you, EarlG NYC Liberal Jul 21 #4

I agree. Looking backwards is an exercise in futility. SlimJimmy Jul 22 #320

Damn, you're good Lulu KC Jul 21 #5

Thank you EarlG MustLoveBeagles Jul 21 #6

Wise move, Earl! True Dough Jul 21 #7

I'm still going to vote Siwsan Jul 21 #8

Same here. I will vote but that's it. we can do it Jul 21 #11

I understand your emotion. Myself, I am heartbroken. totodeinhere Jul 21 #70

The rest of the democratic world is counting on You luvtheGWN Jul 21 #75

in a state of shock here , but will support all dems. AllaN01Bear Jul 21 #100

I'm going to vote but I'm also going to be doing a lot more than that. chowder66 Jul 21 #93

That's how I feel too. Susan Calvin Jul 21 #53

Same here Colorado Liberal Jul 21 #77

I'm also in tears soldierant Jul 21 #151

Hopeless ???? Oh please. Buck up, it is cheerleader in me... Get strong,, dont cry Trueblue1968 Jul 21 #106

I'm just so emotionally exhausted from so much loss, over the past month, actually Siwsan Jul 21 #127

Siwsan so sorry you work so hard for your kittens thinkingagain Jul 21 #193

Hang in there, Siwsan.... COL Mustard Jul 21 #239

I know what a wonderful person you Are. Cat lover. Hubby cared for feral cats too. Trueblue1968 Jul 21 #289

It's okay to cry! luvallpeeps Jul 21 #225

I don't care who the Democratic candidate is, nothing will keep me from voting straight "D" in November. sop Jul 21 #121

Same here. Siwsan Jul 21 #133

And me as well 10 Turtle Day Jul 21 #155

The best president in my lifetime by a long shot!! OrwellwasRight Jul 22 #296

That's exactly how I feel. Glorfindel Jul 21 #178

Don't worry. You'll become excited about Harris the more you hear from her Bucky Jul 22 #310

I've always supported her. In fact, before Joe entered the race, she was #1 for me Siwsan Jul 22 #315

I've got boodles of optimism. You can borrow some of mine when you're ready Bucky Jul 22 #316

Thanks. I'm just going through a very rough patch Siwsan Jul 22 #317

What about those who had posts hidden defending Biden? we can do it Jul 21 #9

Apparently we aren't important enough for a reply or consideration. we can do it Jul 21 #291

You ARE important. You DO matter. Bucky Jul 22 #311

Thanks EarlG proud patriot Jul 21 #10

Sounds good! Elessar Zappa Jul 21 #12

Absolutely. Appreciate you guiding DU all these years, and especially the past few unprecedented months. Silent Type Jul 21 #13

I am disappointed, but I am also well aware that we must NOW unite behind whoever that nominee is. While I assume it JohnSJ Jul 21 #14

This is going to be a shit show LetMyPeopleVote Jul 21 #15

Yep. ms liberty Jul 21 #45

This will not bode well Farmer-Rick Jul 21 #65

Tears followed by gratitude for Joe giving Kamala yorkster Jul 21 #94

Yes it will be, and it has been. And it didn't need to be. RandomNumbers Jul 21 #265

Beg to Differ roscoeroscoe Jul 21 #287

Amen and amen. Rally folks! paleotn Jul 21 #16

People have a right to be mad Doc Sportello Jul 21 #17

It's time HighFired49 Jul 21 #167

First we have to get her selected as our candidate. quaint Jul 21 #173

Nooooooo! LeftLife Jul 21 #18

thanks Kali Jul 21 #19

You got it. All hands on deck for democracy. riversedge Jul 21 #20

Newsum is my candidate LiberaBlueDem Jul 21 #21

Post removed Post removed Jul 21 #28

I am happy with Governor Newsom's running of our state. quaint Jul 21 #89

good to know WhiteTara Jul 21 #139

I doubt he will be a candidate. If he pushes Kamala out, I will be upset. quaint Jul 21 #152

news reposrts re him/California WhiteTara Jul 21 #156

Charismatic is not an action word.. Tikki Jul 21 #224

We are Extremely happy with Gavin Newsom as Governor of California.. Tikki Jul 21 #177

ICYMI: Gavin Newsom endorses Kamala Harris quaint Jul 22 #302

Same! Polybius Jul 21 #170

Thank you Pisces Jul 21 #22

The Democratic candidate has my full support. Blue Cape Jul 21 #23

Oh, I will do it, but I don't like it. Butterflylady Jul 21 #24

Well said. Music Man Jul 21 #25

I have the greatest respect for President Biden COL Mustard Jul 21 #26

K & R SunSeeker Jul 21 #27

I'm numb, I can't feel anything PatSeg Jul 21 #29

OMG.... Hope22 Jul 21 #59

I know, I am speechless PatSeg Jul 21 #76

Yes........ Hope22 Jul 21 #114

Devestated! True Blue American Jul 21 #163

A TRUE Democrat would NEVER allow TFG return to the White House bluestarone Jul 21 #30

A true AMERICAN wouldnt want Trump to return to the WH. oldsoftie Jul 21 #235

YES! bluestarone Jul 21 #253

In my home, we are ready to roll AverageOldGuy Jul 21 #31

I too, was riding with Biden thinkingagain Jul 21 #186

i didn't know this happened. barbtries Jul 21 #32

Yes. All hands on deck. We have to win - for the country, and for Joe. highplainsdem Jul 21 #34

Very fair and though I am so sad I will NOT let media Tadpole Raisin Jul 21 #35

It's more important than ever to fight the good fight. SupportSanity Jul 21 #259

This message was self-deleted by its author bigtree Jul 21 #36

Please don't leave. Moosepoop Jul 21 #122

Bigtree, your voice is sorely needed. Please take whatever break you spooky3 Jul 21 #131

just a break bigtree Jul 22 #303

Now is not the time to pick up your toys and go home. totodeinhere Jul 21 #161

That's a bs reply BWdem4life Jul 21 #221

I'll do everything I can to get a Democrat elected in November, bluesbassman Jul 21 #37

Thanks for this. We have a lot of work to do here. nt ramen Jul 21 #38

I'm crying. greatauntoftriplets Jul 21 #39

i'm crying too. nt orleans Jul 21 #43

Now is the time for crying. totodeinhere Jul 21 #63

People are entitled tol experience and to fully express their emotions right now . . . markpkessinger Jul 21 #132

Me four! Niagara Jul 21 #136

I am sad for Joe Biden, but we must carry on. This election is too critical. Vote blue no matter who!! 33taw Jul 21 #40

I'm not sad for Joe, I am sad for the U.S. RandomNumbers Jul 21 #266

I am sad for Joe Biden. He clearly is struggling with aging.conract you local delegates and voice your 33taw Jul 21 #280

I'm "struggling with aging" too - but I can still run circles around the youngsters RandomNumbers Jul 21 #286

I'm still addressing my GOTV postcards to newly registered Democrats and No Party Declareds. dobleremolque Jul 21 #41

President Biden has endorsed Vice President Harris Sparkly Jul 21 #42

Disagree Polybius Jul 21 #176

As far as attacking Harris catchnrelease Jul 21 #208

Yep Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Jul 21 #245

Let's go Kamala! kellytore Jul 21 #44

Thx, EG... ultralite001 Jul 21 #46

Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead! William769 Jul 21 #47

Thank you EarlG Mr.WeRP Jul 21 #48

Okay. Congratulations, President _______. dchill Jul 21 #49

I understand but I don't agree with people not being able to say if, because of Biden not being on the race, Escurumbele Jul 21 #50

I always supported this decision, was not aware of these mchill Jul 21 #256

I didn't realize I was replying to you in my previous comment, but mchill Jul 21 #258

OMFG!!! And that is all that I can say at this point. wnylib Jul 21 #51

Together... ultralite001 Jul 21 #52

EarlG for President! nolabear Jul 21 #54

the only thing certain people deserve DonCoquixote Jul 21 #55

Yup, because it never really was about his age or competence. StarryNite Jul 21 #171

Thank you, EarlG gademocrat7 Jul 21 #56

Thanks EarlG. I think that is a reasonable policy. totodeinhere Jul 21 #57

We have to win this. lives are on the line quakerboy Jul 21 #58

Thank you mamacita75 Jul 21 #60

This makes sense. GoYouPackersGo Jul 21 #61

Thank you. We're in this together. farmboy Jul 21 #62

Thanks for this. spicysista Jul 21 #64

democracy v. fascism stollen Jul 21 #66

E Pluribus Umun mjvpi Jul 21 #67

I thought President Biden was a great President! BlueKota Jul 21 #68

I thought he was a great President too dai13sy Jul 21 #205

Ty, Earl. I'm crying, Stunned, and (still) Ready to GOTV hopefully for Kanala, but whomever. electric_blue68 Jul 21 #69

Post removed Post removed Jul 21 #71

Thank you EarlG for this place. mahina Jul 21 #72

If it's a Democrat ...I'll vote for a canned ham. MiHale Jul 21 #73

Does that mean there will be no more smears against our elected Democrats allowed? Autumn Jul 21 #74

We are only human. There is a lot of emotion right now. I think it will be totodeinhere Jul 21 #86

Many thanks for your calm guidance BonnieJW Jul 21 #78

thank you , thank you , thank you times 1000000. AllaN01Bear Jul 21 #79

I am heartbroken. AllyCat Jul 21 #80

Get used to saying President-For-Life Trump ArkansasDemocrat1 Jul 21 #81

Do you have the means to help get out the vote? Niagara Jul 21 #129

I'm Deaf and living on SSD ArkansasDemocrat1 Jul 21 #138

I understand that Niagara Jul 21 #144

I feel your pain as well cheezmaka Jul 21 #219

What sucks bad Elessar Zappa Jul 21 #194

Omg! I'm just learning the news! 😮😮😮 ecstatic Jul 21 #82

Thank you! mia Jul 21 #83

"All hands on deck" INDEED! Drum Jul 21 #84

Appreciate the heads up. Thank you so much. emulatorloo Jul 21 #85

Harris will carry on his policies Beck23 Jul 21 #87

JB PRITZKER! KICKS ASS AND TAKES NAME KAMALA VP Bluethroughu Jul 21 #88

My entire focus will be the defeat of Donald Trump by a member of the Democratic Party. gordianot Jul 21 #90

That has to be the focus of ALL Democrats Jarqui Jul 21 #112

My heart is in pieces some_of_us_are_sane Jul 21 #91

i feel Joes health is paramount and I will support the Dem ticket even if its samnsara Jul 21 #92

At the end of the day, we are all Democrats. BarbD Jul 21 #95

That's wishful thinking BWdem4life Jul 21 #229

Thanks EarlG! No question I'm voting blue IzzaNuDay Jul 21 #96

I STILL trust Joe Biden. He made this decision so that we can WIN against that OPOS Maru Kitteh Jul 21 #98

I am hope full that this will be Arne Jul 21 #99

My hope for Biden Lulu Latech Jul 21 #101

Thank you for this reminder... liberalla Jul 21 #102

Still in the first phase of shock. Meanwhile -- thank you for your steady hand. Hekate Jul 21 #103

Appreciate that. Thanks Earl. meadowlander Jul 21 #104

I was hoping not to hear this news. DFW Jul 21 #105

That was exactly my thought... sanduca Jul 21 #107

No problem Earl... I'm with you all the way!! InAbLuEsTaTe Jul 21 #108

Thank you! Grumpy Old Guy Jul 21 #109

I didn't see this announcement coming at all Niagara Jul 21 #110

EarlG is the GOAT! sarchasm Jul 21 #111

Thank you EarlG mountain grammy Jul 21 #113

I disagree on the Amnesty JustAnotherGen Jul 21 #115

I agree with amnesty. totodeinhere Jul 21 #150

The posts weren't removed for predicting he would drop out BWdem4life Jul 21 #233

I'm going back to JustAnotherGen Jul 21 #234

Voting Harris but after Nov 7th kansasobama Jul 21 #116

I hope by then all the names will be documented FakeNoose Jul 21 #215

My party, right or wrong, is still my party. lpbk2713 Jul 21 #117

You are very fair, very reasonable, and thoughtful of Ilsa Jul 21 #119

Blue no matter who has to be our rallying cry! ybbor Jul 21 #120

Thank you for being the calm in a storm - TBF Jul 21 #123

All Hands on Deck... Mike Nelson Jul 21 #124

Thanks, EarlG Iris Jul 21 #125

Thank you, EarlG. Nt spooky3 Jul 21 #126

One of the best aspects of DU was that we can have discussions without STFU arguments... Renew Deal Jul 21 #128

Thank you, Earl BoRaGard Jul 21 #130

Thank you. Ms. Toad Jul 21 #134

New member long time reader Xiluleke Jul 21 #135

Biden endorsed Kamala Harris. Lunabell Jul 21 #137

As always, perfectly timed and perfectly stated. NewHendoLib Jul 21 #140

I'll tell you what happens The Bopper Jul 21 #141

I think most of your friends will come around BWdem4life Jul 21 #236

No Matter What happens, TRUMP will never gain from my vote. I'll take whoever is on the DEM ticket. dreamland Jul 21 #142

I will vote for the nominee. redstatebluegirl Jul 21 #145

I am totally FUCKING devastated!!! Trueblue Texan Jul 21 #146

Thanks, EarlG. It's a pretty exciting development. RussBLib Jul 21 #147

Thanks! A sound decision, promptly made. farmbo Jul 21 #149

Thanks. I'm still Reeling from Cha Jul 21 #153

Well Done, EarlG. I am truly impressed with and admire your leadership.. msfiddlestix Jul 21 #154

I imagine the Secret Service will now get more funding. 3825-87867 Jul 21 #157

I will of course vote Democratic but I hope there is an opportunity to select a candidate. CentralMass Jul 21 #158

I'm pretty sure it will be Harris. Elessar Zappa Jul 21 #263

I will never vote for TFG or any other non Demorat. But I too angry be on DU for a while. marble falls Jul 21 #159

EarlG MuseRider Jul 21 #160

I've already been talking to my family about this. duncang Jul 21 #162

Supporting VP Harris or whoever is the Democratic Candidate liberal N proud Jul 21 #164

Well my heart is broken justcheckinin Jul 21 #165

I wasn't going to come back on line, sagetea Jul 21 #166

Will there be primary forums added like there were in 2016? Polybius Jul 21 #168

You know they'll choose some center right, spineless nebbish nobody ever heard of Warpy Jul 21 #169

It's going to be Kamala Harris. Elessar Zappa Jul 21 #264

It had better be Harris, Warpy Jul 21 #273

If I were the Republicans right now... 3825-87867 Jul 21 #172

Thanks, first comment that hasn't made me want to cry harder. Biophilic Jul 21 #228

Beyond pissed and feel completely betrayed edisdead Jul 21 #174

Acknowledged and thank you, Earl. n/t PatrickforB Jul 21 #175

Joe's opinion is the only one I accept. Kamala! Bring It. The Felon, and Kamala For The Prosecution!!! Must See TV!!!!! BurnDoubt Jul 21 #179

Issues have not changed--VOTE BLUE JJ101 Jul 21 #181

I'm not disappointed, I'm furious. The wealthy, powerful, connected and the media who love/are them ms liberty Jul 21 #182

The good news is that it will probably be Harris. Elessar Zappa Jul 21 #267

Presidential elections are about SCOTUS. Get on the Harris wagon now and stay there. New Haven Jul 21 #183

Thank you, EarlG. Blue Dawn Jul 21 #184

I decided to take the day off politics for my mental health Tree Lady Jul 21 #185

Heartbroken though I am, thank you for being the voice of reason. Cassidy Jul 21 #187

I love Joe Biden and he did what he set out to do. infullview Jul 21 #188

i respect his decision and support Kamala. keithbvadu2 Jul 21 #189

Yeah, that's their next predictable step Farmer-Rick Jul 21 #197

A sad day. My heart's with Joe, but I'll be voting blue no matter who. chia Jul 21 #190

As disappointing and yes, maddening as Pres Biden's decision may be... Wounded Bear Jul 21 #191

I'm disappointed but- WmChris Jul 21 #192

As usual and as I have said in the past, I trust the delegates LiberalArkie Jul 21 #195

I will vote for a rock, if it's the Democratic nominee. Beacool Jul 21 #196

And now you're giving amnesty to all these trolls. ItsjustMe Jul 21 #198

So, would saying I think the Democratic Party has acted dishonorably be a no-no? malthaussen Jul 21 #199

Trump is worse than a garbage dump...He smells worse, and he is worse. .Anyone is better than Trump...I am better. Stuart G Jul 21 #200

To say I'm thoroughly disgusted blue-wave Jul 21 #201

life isn't fair, elections are corrupted by big money and we all must pay taxes, it is what it is. nt ImNotGod Jul 21 #203

May be too much to ask boston bean Jul 21 #204

I respect his choice. I'm sure it was made with the help of his family and close friends. lees1975 Jul 21 #206

Defeat Trump Burnnotice Jul 21 #207

VP pick gfarber Jul 21 #210

Biden has endorsed Harris isn't she now the nominee npk Jul 21 #211

That's not how it works VMA131Marine Jul 21 #279

Wanted to repost on fb 90-percent Jul 21 #212

It Takes A Big Man To Do What President Biden Just Did DallasNE Jul 21 #213

Thanks. Just saw this after finishing a shopping trip. Crunchy Frog Jul 21 #214

Let's go democrats! eric eckehiphjjooort Jul 21 #216

Message auto-removed Name removed Jul 21 #217

Amen, democracy is too important to be petty. usregimechange Jul 21 #218

Thanks Earl G for your leadership. Biophilic Jul 21 #220

Thank you, EarlG AmBlue Jul 21 #222

This is the first time I have really been scared!! Dangling0826 Jul 21 #223

This is Joe's worst decision since steventh Jul 21 #226

Post removed Post removed Jul 21 #227

Yes We Can!! markie Jul 21 #230

Good Job EarlG. n/t marked50 Jul 21 #231

I always felt the real trolls TheDemsshouldhireme Jul 21 #232

One thing to determine rrrru4ril28 Jul 21 #237

Harris 2024 Mr. Scorpio Jul 21 #238

My First Post!! JoetheShow Jul 21 #241

Welcome to DU! Elessar Zappa Jul 21 #270

Welcome to DU, JoetheShow! calimary Jul 22 #306

I'm disappointed but I will support Democrats all the way. less_engaged Jul 21 #242

very sad...but will strongly support our next one DooverBeliever Jul 21 #243

Who would be DownriverDem Jul 21 #246

Thank you, Earl! maspaha Jul 21 #248

Biden is old but his mind is still with us. Afrocat Jul 21 #249

And too much of something else Lulu KC Jul 21 #260

Heartbroken wordstroken Jul 21 #251

Everything you said wordstroken FullySupportDems Jul 21 #255

You might want to expand that to include Voltaire2 Jul 21 #252

Thanks for your heartfelt message EarlG B.See Jul 21 #254

EarlG, you run a nice tight ship. I see no problem. 634-5789 Jul 21 #257

Thanks EarlG. Seems like a pretty sane decision. Not everyone will be happy. SupportSanity Jul 21 #261

Hear, hear. minstrel76 Jul 21 #262

I'm disappointed but there's no time to do anything but unite behind Kamala redqueen Jul 21 #269

I SENT IN 250 DOLLARS TO KAMALA HARRIS CAMPAIGN YoshidaYui Jul 21 #271

Let's not forget what's at stake NoNameGranny Jul 21 #272

Many of us feel bad samplegirl Jul 21 #274

Understood. joanbarnes Jul 21 #275

Agree 100% with this position. SayItLoud Jul 21 #277

So... Not so democratic underground, then? rwild1967 Jul 21 #278

Could we please have at least one Dem debate before the convention??? snot Jul 21 #281

Just heard one of the talking heads say TheDemsshouldhireme Jul 21 #282

Kick BlueWavePsych Jul 21 #283

Well expressed and AGREE 100+ percent recovering_democrat Jul 21 #284

DU is an oasis of sanity. I appreciate the well-considered rules and guidelines that are in place to safeguard rational Martin68 Jul 21 #288

My first post on DU (been following since 2003-2004ish) Dem4life1970 Jul 21 #290

Welcome! TwilightZone Jul 21 #293

Thank you! I have loved this group for 2 decades! Dem4life1970 Jul 25 #325

I am donating to Harris ASAP Playingmantis Jul 21 #292

DU needs to unite behind V.P. Harris! GoreWon2000 Jul 21 #294

HARRIS 2024! God Bless America ......LET'S GO DEMOCRACY!!!! prodigitalson Jul 21 #295

I donated and voted for Biden - now they are kicking him aside! hard2figure Jul 22 #308

An 800 pound gorilla is what is about to crawl up a certain orange asshole and start to kicking prodigitalson Jul 22 #312

Go Kamala! The public perceptions about Joe's age were insurmountable. Beakybird Jul 22 #297

i love President Biden and Kamala Harris - the future President if we work hard to get her there samsingh Jul 22 #298

UNITY NOW Generic Other Jul 22 #299

This will likely last until Wednesday afternoon wyldwolf Jul 22 #300

Great post and well stated. Magnanimous of you to grant amnesty. NT akbacchus_BC Jul 22 #301

I am greatly relieved randr Jul 22 #304

Thank EarlG bdamomma Jul 22 #305

700+ recs has to be a record. Renew Deal Jul 22 #307

I'd like that amnesty. Bucky Jul 22 #309

I'm all in for the Democratic candidate Karma13612 Jul 22 #314

WHO is that candidate supposed to be??? hard2figure Jul 22 #321

I'm for whoever the nominee is. Hanzzy72 Jul 22 #322

Sad about Joe, happy about Kamala Buzz cook Jul 22 #323

The presumptive nominee is now Kamala Harris. You might want to edit the OP. SunSeeker Jul 22 #324

Biden is out. Let me tell you what is going to happen next on DU. anilcnair Yesterday #326