Bernie Sanders
Related: About this forumAbout the issues
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About the issues
If your vote is determined based on the issues, there's only one candidate that meets the highest standard. The majority of the people align with Senator Bernie Sanders on nearly every issue, he's no "radical," as they like to label him. His positions are not only mainstream, but overwhelmingly supported by the majority. But that's still not enough, you have to trust that your chosen candidate will follow through on what he or she says he or she will do, regardless of the issues. So trust is part of that package, yes? Again, only one candidate scores high in trustworthiness, honesty and integrity. Only one candidate has a strong record of ethical behavior, even when it was politically painful. He still stood on the right side of history in nearly every instance.
If your vote is going to be based on effectiveness and experience, again, Senator Bernie is no slouch. He's been fighting for main street, for regular folks for decades. And winning.
If, however, your vote is to be decided based on other reasons such as practicality, that's your right. Your inalienable right to vote however you see fit is still legit. And Bernie is a practical choice, regardless of the rumors.
Many will try to frame the debate in terms of the general election, but last I checked, we are still in the swing of the primaries. You still have a choice for the democratic nominee, regardless of the math. Your options are still open.
Edited to add: I almost forgot another reason to vote for Senator Bernie Sanders. If voting against Trump is your thing, according to polling, Bernie beats every republican by huge margins, including Trump. Especially Trump.
Lastly, let's be real - on the issues, Bernie is clearest choice.
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(14,691 posts)On gd-p it has 7 recs, 14 comments and 116 views. Meh, but it's there. It's what I wanted
I think it's safe to post there as long as you're careful about how you say it. No snark, legit arguments and don't use our opponent's name. Keeping it clean goes a long way, don't give them anything they can use and they cant do diddly.