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Johnny2X2X

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1. So much this

Mon Jul 22, 2024, 08:58 AM

Jul 22

I am already fluttering inside at the thought. The greatest patriot of modern times is going to give the greatest and most watched speech in convention history.

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Prediction from a geezer. When Joe Biden walks out onto the stage at the Convention to [View all] NoMoreRepugs Jul 22 OP

So much this Johnny2X2X Jul 22 #1

I will tell you what would be really cool DENVERPOPS Jul 22 #76

II think that would be his home in Delaware. soldierant Jul 22 #85

Yes Indeed My Friend BOSSHOG Jul 22 #2

It better be a normal boring convention where delegates will vote for a specific person and not an open Demsrule86 Jul 22 #12

Normal, but not boring. Silver Gaia Jul 22 #30

i heard she may have the needed delegates by wednesday samnsara Jul 22 #94

Epic DUgosh Jul 22 #3

Ditto ananda Jul 22 #21

Goodness! FeelingBlue Jul 22 #4

Indeed. It will erupt and the applause will last for many minutes. honest.abe Jul 22 #5

Like this reception of Bobby Kennedy at the 1964 Democratic Convention, just 9 months after the JFK assassination? wnylib Jul 23 #111

Really? Democracy2020 Jul 22 #6

Breathe swimboy Jul 22 #27

I agree. Silver Gaia Jul 22 #35

I will admit that was my first reaction, and it scared me. Silver Gaia Jul 22 #34

It would be nice to feel this way. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #40

You can. You will. Silver Gaia Jul 22 #47

I remember hearing somewhere that young black women are the most overlooked voting demographic Aristus Jul 22 #61

Absolutely! She is a great role model, not just Silver Gaia Jul 22 #77

Don't underestimate bdamomma Jul 22 #89

That's right! Silver Gaia Jul 22 #93

I hear you, but 2024 isn't 2016. NYC Liberal Jul 22 #37

And don't forget 1.25 million Americans dead from COVID... Trueblue Texan Jul 23 #114

They DID elect Hillary AncientOfDays Jul 22 #46

Hillary Clinton did win the popular vote. Ocelot II Jul 22 #54

Different election, different year, WAY different circumstances. GaYellowDawg Jul 22 #84

That's what folks said about electing a black man. TomSlick Jul 22 #98

Exactly. whopis01 Jul 23 #113

Here's why this election will be different than 2016 summer_in_TX Jul 22 #105

I will vote Blue regardless of our candidate joewicker_TX Jul 22 #7

Agreed nt XanaDUer2 Jul 22 #8

I am still fucking furious about it. And I think half or more of the folks here are misreading this situation. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #10

Why would "hard core Biden supporters" ignore his call for them to support Kamala? onenote Jul 22 #18

Same reason Bernie supporters did in 16. Just because many of you wanted a different candidate.doesn't mean Demsrule86 Jul 22 #42

A lower percent of Bernie voters voted for Trump than HRC supporters voted for McCain karynnj Jul 22 #60

There aren't going to be Biden or Busters. There certainly are not going to be Biden to Trump voters emulatorloo Jul 22 #64

I have already gone through the seven stages Zambero Jul 22 #26

if "hard core Biden voters" stay home, they are no better than Trump Skittles Jul 22 #100

If (too many) hard-core Biden don't see the DANGER of mad-king don the CON Justice matters. Jul 23 #109

It was, and we should never forget that. I won't, but Silver Gaia Jul 22 #38

the amount of money raised proves maybe they were right Skittles Jul 22 #101

I can agree with that. Silver Gaia Jul 23 #106

no one knows what went on beforehand Skittles Jul 23 #108

Oh, I know he's "on our side." Silver Gaia Jul 23 #110

Oh you think they will invite him? Time will tell. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #9

I tend to agree Bettie Jul 22 #11

You guys may need to get a room. People are watching, you know. jaxexpat Jul 22 #28

It that a threat. I have violated no rules. I have said repeatedly that I will vote for Kamala and get the vote Demsrule86 Jul 22 #44

Not invite President Biden? arlyellowdog Jul 22 #15

Not really...when Carter lost, he was ignored completely...the same thing happened to Bush. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #45

Not comparable at all Doc Sportello Jul 22 #52

WE ARE FIGHTING FASCISM Skittles Jul 22 #103

There is no doubt in my mind that he will be invited. He will speak. He will nail it. He will galvanize the convention. onenote Jul 22 #16

Yes, of course arlyellowdog Jul 22 #20

Absolutely! wordstroken Jul 22 #25

Joe was born for this moment. nt SunSeeker Jul 22 #73

Absolutely positively yes. moonscape Jul 22 #19

No doubt whatsoever. n/t whopis01 Jul 22 #29

OFFS. Of course Joe will be there. And Clinton. And Obama. SunSeeker Jul 22 #68

Prediction: arlyellowdog Jul 22 #13

Definitely think there will not be a dry eye in the house karynnj Jul 22 #14

Don't forget Jaime Harrison!! He has been so remarkable and amazing!! BComplex Jul 22 #63

Our party was bifurcated. Bumbles Jul 22 #17

Sorry guys. It doesn't work that way. Biden is honorable and I am sure Biden was hurt since friends, colleagues Demsrule86 Jul 22 #48

I'm confused. Bumbles Jul 22 #55

Winning the trifecta will make up for a lot. Qutzupalotl Jul 22 #59

Please stop spamming DU with your negativity, Demsrule86. It's not good for you nor good for us. SunSeeker Jul 22 #69

I am not spamming anyone. I follow the rules. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #83

This won't make bdamomma Jul 22 #90

You posted 5 negative posts in just the last hour. That only helps Trump. SunSeeker Jul 22 #91

Admit it. You have a bone to pick... druidity33 Jul 22 #96

"I was only following rules..." Torchlight Jul 22 #97

Tissues ready. It will be an emotional moment for me (and for many others, too, I expect.) Oopsie Daisy Jul 22 #22

Exactly right. He is a beloved and respected human being. Fla Dem Jul 22 #23

Yes Playingmantis Jul 22 #24

Agree 100% sdfernando Jul 22 #31

Oh yes musclecar6 Jul 22 #32

I can't wait SARose Jul 22 #33

"Leave It To Beaver"? Naah,,,, lastlib Jul 22 #70

Got that right SARose Jul 22 #78

Who are the "ole white people dressed like clowns"? whathehell Jul 22 #81

Yes SARose Jul 22 #87

It's going to be A BEAUTIFUL and touching convention full of HOPE Maru Kitteh Jul 22 #36

Gives me goosebumps to think about it! karin_sj Jul 22 #39

I believe it! How long and loud will the applause be? I'll be crying too... liberalla Jul 22 #41

how amazing it has been joanbarnes Jul 22 #43

There won't be a dry eye for miles. sellitman Jul 22 #49

Either he will give the speech of his life Warpy Jul 22 #50

Yes, he was exactly the bridge to the future we needed. SunSeeker Jul 22 #71

Damn straight spanone Jul 22 #51

He was on the stage all the time after the debate to galvanize this Country against Trump Bengus81 Jul 22 #53

I expect it will be something like this: thucythucy Jul 22 #56

I was thinking about this last night. awesomerwb1 Jul 22 #57

Hell yeah! Our wonderful President is gonna show everybody how it is done!! nt still-prayin4rain Jul 22 #58

Wait to see if that happens Blue Full Moon Jul 22 #62

Already crying! SunSeeker Jul 22 #65

Agree republianmushroom Jul 22 #66

And tears will be rolling down my face. kellytore Jul 22 #67

He will get a standing ovation like nothing we've ever seen. calimary Jul 22 #72

He has left the country in better shape than he found it. Old Crank Jul 22 #74

Boy is THAT ever true! calimary Jul 22 #80

THIS !!! uponit7771 Jul 22 #102

Dark Brandon Will Make An Appearance Deep State Witch Jul 22 #75

Exactly bdamomma Jul 22 #79

i've never forgotten Hillary, barbtries Jul 22 #82

K&R orangecrush Jul 22 #86

I expect so. lpbk2713 Jul 22 #88

Kamala's donations Linda ladeewolf Jul 22 #92

I gotta tell ya, this is an amazingly cool thread! Thanks to NoMoreRepugs for starting it. SupportSanity Jul 22 #95

This Geezer could not agree more. It wouldn't surprise me if MAGAs start jumping off tall buildings within an hour. EarnestPutz Jul 22 #99

Biden will most likely place Harris's name into nomination Historic NY Jul 22 #104

I agree Dem4life1970 Jul 23 #107

Make it so... Layzeebeaver Jul 23 #112