Warren-Clinton meeting today

[mblock]

Source: NBC news

Secret meeting

Read more: http://www.nbcnews.com/card/clinton-meets-warren-vp-decision-nears-n610461

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Fingers crossed

[forest444]

1. As exhilarating as a Clinton-Warren ticket would be,

I'd much rather have Elizabeth Warren fighting for us in the Senate - especially if Bitchy Mitchy loses his majority therein.

[progressoid]

7. Agreed. n/t

[jaysunb]

10. +1 n/t

[chillfactor]

11. same here...

if we have any chance of regaining control of the senate, we need every senate seat we already have...

[karynnj]

19. Hers would likely be lost only a very short time.

As soon as she is elected, MA could define the timeline for a special race. Warren would remain through the lame duck session, but would resign before being sworn in as VP in mid January. When Kerry was confirmed in late January, the Governor named a Senator and in June. Election day is almost 3 months earlier than when Kerry was confirmed. (Even though he was a pretty sure confirmation, they could not start before that. Obviously there is no confirmation for VP. So, 3 of the 5 months needed for the special election of Markey will take place with Warren holding the seat.

If all this is correct, the Republican appointed will be there for about 2 months. There are many Democrats who could win.

[Saviolo]

15. This can't be stated enough

Her voice against the big banks is so vital in the Senate. She's doing important work, and I hope she continues.

[forest444]

27. Hear, hear.

Plus, if Democrats retake the Senate she will be a truly formidable legislative ally to President Hillary Clinton just where such allies are needed the most. She´d be much more effective in pushing Hillary´s legislative agenda than if she were Vice President (a largely ceremonial post).

Besides, the last thing we want is to have Charlie the tuna name her successor.

[msanthrope]

16. Um, frankly..."Bitchy" nt

[RBInMaine]

17. Yup. She just doesn't bring enough to the table. Too risky. No new geography. Not ready for Prez.

[forest444]

24. I beg to differ.

She would bring, among other things, her experience at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (which she helped create) and of course as one of the nation's most popular and recognizable senators.

And while she does represent Massachusetts, she's also a strong-willed Southern woman (Oklahoman, born and bred) with a compelling life story millions of Americans (including millions of Republicans) can relate to. Salt of the earth, as everyday folks say.

She can also help unite the party like almost no one else can. It's no secret that while most Bernie voters are now with Hillary, if just two or three million of them migrate to Jill Stein or Gary Johnson it might be enough to tip the result to Trump. Preventing that is of utmost importance.

In short, she brings plenty to the table. It's just that she can do more good by staying in the Senate.

[cstanleytech]

21. I honestly dont believe she will pick Warren but rather I think this meeting might be

to ask Warrens opinions on some of the potential VPs that Hillary is considering.

[spooky3]

28. And/or to be courteous to tell Warren to her face

What she's decided

[geardaddy]

25. +1

[WatchWhatISay]

37. Not me, I would just be elated

I'd work my ass off for that ticket

[forest444]

40. I'd feel the same way.

But I'd also worry about seeing Senator Warren replaced with some shill by Charlie the tuna; and frankly about Liz Warren's own safety.

[Beartracks]

38. Yes, this. N/t

[forest444]

39. Thanks!

Besides, why give Chahlie Baker the chance to replace someone of her caliber with some greasy-palmed harlot.

[Happyhippychick]

2. Really????????? Like really??????

[FailureToCommunicate]

3. Fingers crossed Hillary make a better VP pick...

then our Senator.

Welcome to DU by the way!

[bucolic_frolic]

4. Progressives have given Democratic Leaders

their marching orders

Whoever is picked as the VP nominee will hear progressive noise

I do not see a bad pick among them, though I hope she chooses someone
with media savvy and charisma to contrast with the dour brand of hate
mongering on the other side

[yellowcanine]

5. "Secret meeting" Apparently not.

[mblock]

6. Thank you!

My favorite is Warren. I like all the other potentials but Tim Kaine is kind of snoozy to me.

[Maven]

8. Pleeeeeeeeeeeeeease

[underpants]

9. She's not picking Warren folks

It makes no sense for her to do that. I love Warren but Hillary is not picking her as VP.

[RBInMaine]

18. Right on. I love her too, but she is better in other capacities. NOT a good VP choice.

[Cali_Democrat]

26. Why wouldn't it make sense?

[tinrobot]

29. We'd lose a Democratic seat in the Senate, for one...

[mblock]

12. It's nice to dream!

And it's better than thinking that she will pick someone uninspiring and boring. Right?

[RBInMaine]

20. Sorry, but this isn't a school playground where we pick the "funnest" VP. This isn't a teenage game.

It's about who is qualified to be President and who brings the best package to the table. Warren isn't the answer.

[RandySF]

13. Professional courtesy.

[Backwoodsrider]

33. yep took the words right our of my mouth!

Professional courtesy...Clinton is keeping things tidy

[getagrip_already]

14. it's a secret...

so naturally everyone knows.

shhhhh. i'm huntin wabbits!

the media can be such a bunch of maroons.

[mblock]

22. No one said anything about funniest

We can all like who we want to like. We can get excited about the different candidates, whether she will pick the candidate we prefer or not. Where is there a problem with that? All are capable but we CAN have our favorites.

[mblock]

23. Word is... She met with Castro as well.

[NBachers]

30. I've changed my mind from "Not Warren" to "Yes Warren."

I've gone from adamant "NO! We Need Warren In the Senate!" to "Yes - Clinton / Warren is the dream team that will pull out the greatest number of voters; thus bringing the greatest down-ticket wins for the Democrats." The Sanders coalition would, theoretically, lose their pout-factor, and campaign in support of Warren.


We'd have to hope that Massachusetts has not forgotten the Scott Brown Mistake, and would elect another viable Democrat to replace Warren. We'd also have to hope, and this is a BIG hope, that the local and national Democrats would have an electable candidate warmed up to run in the special election. Unfortunately, my faith in the Democrats' ability to refrain from shooting themselves in both feets is not very strong.


But, add it all up, and I think Warren's strengths as a Vice President running mate are worth it. Joe Biden didn't fade into the woodwork; I doubt that Warren would, either.

And, if the worst happens: I think it's a miracle that President Obama has survived thus far without being murdered. I've feared for his safety throughout both campaigns, and the duration of his presidency. Hillary Clinton has been a target of irrational hatred for decades. I fear that she may not survive the campaign. And, she's got a Gabby Giffords target on her back for as long as she's president. If some Trump - inspired assassin kills President Hillary Clinton, then Elizabeth Warren would be the avenging angel that we were deprived of when Bobby Kennedy was shot.

[left-of-center2012]

31. "It's not you, it's me"

Hillary letting Elizabeth down easy.

[Backwoodsrider]

32. likely professional courtesy meeting

To tell Warren while she is not going to be VP she is going to be in the Clinton cabinet where Warren can do the most good but not as VP.

[BlueStater]

34. I'm crossing my fingers that she won't be picked.

Risking a senate seat like this is beyond stupid. Republicans aren't incapable of winning in Massachusetts. 2010 and 2014 proved this.

[mblock]

35. Others were there today as well

Castro and Hickenlooper met with her too according to MSNBC

[ErikJ]

36. 2 women on ticket is bad for Reagan Dems. nt

[King_Klonopin]

41. I think she would make a great cabinet member or head of the NLRB. nt

[truthisfreedom]

42. So, uhh, super-secret meeting, right? Super double secret meeting?

How does this stuff get broadcast when it's so freakin' secret?