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In reply to the discussion: KRUGMAN: How big a deal is the surprise primary defeat of Representative Eric Cantor? VERY. [View all]WorseBeforeBetter
(11,441 posts)43. Yup, 65,022.
http://electionresults.virginia.gov/resultsSW.aspx?type=CON&map=CTY
I'm not convinced it's some big movement, either, there are many variables at play.
Light turnout in 7th District primary
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Im out here for one reason, and one reason only: To vote against Eric Cantor, said Jim Rhodes, 70, who was voting at Byrd Middle School in the Tuckahoe District of Henrico County.
If the fall election is between Brat and a Democrat, he cant say how hell vote because hell have to review the candidates positions, he said. If the fall election is between Cantor and a Democrat, hell vote Democrat, he said. Rhodes added, He looks out for himself, and doesnt look out for his constituents.
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She said she likes Cantor, but thinks hes been in office long enough, so she voted for Brat. They get in there, and they go the way of all flesh, she said.
Larry Heath, 62, described himself as a lifelong Republican whos unhappy with the party at the moment. He was voting at Byrd Middle School as well. While Im not very energized by what Eric Cantor has not done, David Brat would be a really frightening choice as far as his position on immigration, Heath said. He also said he hopes the Republican Party finds reason to exist besides being against Obamacare.
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http://www.timesdispatch.com/news/state-regional/virginia-politics/light-turnout-in-th-district-primary/article_25649bd2-f04b-11e3-8fbc-0017a43b2370.html
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Im out here for one reason, and one reason only: To vote against Eric Cantor, said Jim Rhodes, 70, who was voting at Byrd Middle School in the Tuckahoe District of Henrico County.
If the fall election is between Brat and a Democrat, he cant say how hell vote because hell have to review the candidates positions, he said. If the fall election is between Cantor and a Democrat, hell vote Democrat, he said. Rhodes added, He looks out for himself, and doesnt look out for his constituents.
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She said she likes Cantor, but thinks hes been in office long enough, so she voted for Brat. They get in there, and they go the way of all flesh, she said.
Larry Heath, 62, described himself as a lifelong Republican whos unhappy with the party at the moment. He was voting at Byrd Middle School as well. While Im not very energized by what Eric Cantor has not done, David Brat would be a really frightening choice as far as his position on immigration, Heath said. He also said he hopes the Republican Party finds reason to exist besides being against Obamacare.
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http://www.timesdispatch.com/news/state-regional/virginia-politics/light-turnout-in-th-district-primary/article_25649bd2-f04b-11e3-8fbc-0017a43b2370.html
I'm not convinced it's some big movement, either, there are many variables at play.
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KRUGMAN: How big a deal is the surprise primary defeat of Representative Eric Cantor? VERY. [View all]
kpete
Jun 2014
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The rejection of Cantor was a rejection of the "status quo". It was a rejection of the
rhett o rick
Jun 2014
#3
There are a number of possible things that affected the vote including those that openly stated
rhett o rick
Jun 2014
#27
I hope we both agree that Cantor was big time oligarch-run status quo. Cantor and his ilk
rhett o rick
Jun 2014
#30
It's got to be a bit more about Cantor's arrogance with his own consituents.
SleeplessinSoCal
Jun 2014
#7
Our current crop of GOP/Tea Party shows what happens when crazy zealots get money
SoCalDem
Jun 2014
#15
Excellent assessment, Fred! Plus, this picture makes me want to turn around & check MY back!
NBachers
Jun 2014
#28
"Republicans mobilize voters with social issues, but invariably turn postelection to serving the 1%.
pampango
Jun 2014
#14
I hope he's right that it's bad news for the GOP...I really believe he's correct
joeybee12
Jun 2014
#20
All I know is that if I were the swordsman, I would have wondered why Jones was just standing there.
rocktivity
Jun 2014
#40
I've met a few Right Wingers that claim being pro gay marriage is one of THEIR issues....
Spitfire of ATJ
Jun 2014
#23