Bernie Sanders
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I wish we had a million more surrogates like these guys. People just don't know Bernie.
DamnYankeeInHouston
(1,365 posts)KeepItReal
(7,769 posts)My boy from Little Rock joined Team Bernie after Hillary said she didn't know where Bernie was in the 90's health care fight...while he was standing right behind her.
Hell of an evolution to lose that guy from the Clinton camp.
Live and Learn
(12,769 posts)lmbradford
(517 posts)I appreciate you so much.
peacebird
(14,195 posts)highprincipleswork
(3,111 posts)HoosierRadical
(390 posts)What this brother is doing is awesome, the lady in the pink sweater is a prime example of how too many AAs supporting Hillary think, Hillary is not for us, we should not be her damn firewall, when she won't be the same for us.
Else You Are Mad
(3,040 posts)People really didn't know Bernie before this election even though he was a vocal advocate for civil rights and justice for everyone not because of the myth of the "low information" voter etc and ad nauseum. The reason why Sanders was not well known by the vast majority of both white and black communities is because while he was fighting for everyone, he did it for the people and not for the photo op. He didn't care if his name was known nationwide when he fought to protect the rights of all Americans -- whites and blacks. While he fought behind the scenes, the Clinton's used every victory as a way to further catapult themselves into the consciousness of the people.
That is why the Clinton's are much more well known and respected in the black community & the white community -- every victory or vicious fight they had was shouted far and wide by teams of hired PR firms to ensure their contribution became a part of the political zeitgeist. Sanders, on the other hand, did not. He fought tooth and nail not for the recognition, but for his ideals.
It is offensive and disingenuous when people argue that the black community votes because they don't know any better or whatever. They back Hillary because they have known her for 30 years and like and support what she says she stands for. It is that plain and simple.
That is just my two cents.
xloadiex
(628 posts)Look up some of their other videos if you have a chance. I love that van that they travel in. The paint job featuring Bernie is incredible.
dana_b
(11,546 posts)I really like them.
Rebkeh
(2,450 posts)Hiraeth
(4,805 posts)xloadiex
(628 posts)Hiraeth
(4,805 posts)Rebkeh
(2,450 posts)I accidentally commented there today for the first time in weeks, I thought it was gdp or some other group.
jillan
(39,451 posts)And Willy gets banned
Hiraeth
(4,805 posts)but, (not that is matters to me but, in light of the situation) is WillyT black or white or does anyone know?
farleftlib
(2,125 posts)I know there are a lot of people who think he's AA. He is not a racist tho.
Hiraeth
(4,805 posts)xloadiex
(628 posts)which is why I didn't post it there. I was also unsure how many in the group are Sanders supporters and I'm afraid it would have been taken the wrong way.
artislife
(9,497 posts)Hiraeth
(4,805 posts)go figure
artislife
(9,497 posts)indeed it is
eridani
(51,907 posts)Maybe I should chance it . So bizarre
eridani
(51,907 posts)bernbabe
(370 posts)how they came to the conclusion that Bernie is racist?
Hiraeth
(4,805 posts)deepestblue
(349 posts)Excellent video and great work by them!
Bernie's opponent has been around for a long time but this primary has been going on for many many months. Any one with access to a phone can type in 'bernie sanders' and find out so much info. Bernie is cool with all people. #presidentsanders
sorechasm
(631 posts)I hope he runs for office one day. That man knows how to generate enthusiasm by gaining people's trust.
Whatever the outcome of this election, Bernie's impact on the future of politics is going to be revolutionary because of young men and women like him.
SamKnause
(13,086 posts)corbettkroehler
(1,898 posts)Could we find a better surrogate? I don't see how. His charisma and conviction speak for themselves.
in_cog_ni_to
(41,600 posts)PEACE
LOVE
BERNIE