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Congratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
Democratic Primaries
In reply to the discussion: Let's lay out some inconvenient truth about Kamala Harris... [View all]oldsoftie
(12,492 posts)9. Because sexism/racism are often blamed because the person has no control over either.
But the things they DO have control over get passed over.
I think she got as much or more coverage by the media as the other candidates in her support range. She had a problem with black support, not white support, apparently due in part to her actions as Atty Gen in CA.
Elizabeth warren has been in the top 3 pretty much the entire race so far; most criticisms of her dont relate to her being a woman. Many of the same criticisms she gets are leveled at Sanders.
Does racism & sexism exist? Of course. But in large enough numbers of people to affect the early stages of the Democratic party primary? I doubt it. And yes, Obama. All these "racists" in Iowa picked HIM in '08 before he was even well known!
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for: Joe Biden
primary today, I would vote for: Joe Biden
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Because sexism/racism are often blamed because the person has no control over either.
oldsoftie
Dec 2019
#9
But every poll including her shows Michelle Obama beating the socks off of trump.
oldsoftie
Dec 2019
#49
The media has attacked Biden relentlessly...so not true...voters can look at EC maps and see what
Demsrule86
Dec 2019
#29
I've seen plenty of alternative "reasons" posted as to why she failed, so I'll stick to reality...
brooklynite
Dec 2019
#35
If it makes you feel better, I don't think Bloomberg or Steyer will be our nominee.
brooklynite
Dec 2019
#39
Good grief, that's what you think this conversation is about? We're done, $$$. N/T
MerryBlooms
Dec 2019
#47
She never recovered from Tulsi Gabbard gutting her on stage in the debate. Downhill since then. nt
kelly1mm
Dec 2019
#36
I thought at the time she made a huge mistake, having t-shirts already printed
katmondoo
Dec 2019
#58
I seldom disagree with you but certainly do in this case. NO need to make these comments.
riversedge
Dec 2019
#57