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In reply to the discussion: Damn....F**ker says he is thinking of running. [View all]DemocratSinceBirth
(99,704 posts)54. I wouldn't put a Paul candidacy in the same category as a Bush candidacy.
I wouldn't put a Paul candidacy in the same category as a Bush candidacy but your overarching point is well taken. Most folks on the left and right mostly talk to other folks on the left and right and consequently believe everybody thinks like them. When it comed to that phenomenon this website is on steroids.
Some of the talk about what is possible makes my head spin.
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And remember, any republican candidate for US President only needs 46% of the vote in a two way
NoJusticeNoPeace
Dec 2014
#51
I wouldn't put a Paul candidacy in the same category as a Bush candidacy.
DemocratSinceBirth
Dec 2014
#54
I agree but doubt any reporting will occur anywhere . You can't expect it's only fair
lunasun
Dec 2014
#60
Very true. I don't think people here at DU realize the antipathy in the GOP grassroots towards Jeb
stevenleser
Dec 2014
#42
I have a very different opinion. I think Jeb is saying he is going to run just to satisfy
Frustratedlady
Dec 2014
#32
It will become a referendum on his brother's presidency whether he likes it or not.
DemocratSinceBirth
Dec 2014
#53
That plus the antipathy in his own party towards him for his immigration positions and perceived
stevenleser
Dec 2014
#55