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Congratulations to our presumptive Democratic nominee, Joe Biden!
Democratic Primaries
In reply to the discussion: Some Thoughts on Buttigieg Taking Off and Warren Seeming to be Grounded [View all]Drunken Irishman
(34,857 posts)20. Often times, image wins out over substance...
And I get the sense that's what's playing out here. I am not really a big Warren supporter but there's no doubt, when it comes to issues, she's one of the most substantive of any of the candidates. There's legit policy bite there. But that's not flashy. It never has been flashy. Wonky doesn't work. What does? Charisma and platitudes. I like Mayor Pete but to be honest, I couldn't tell you one major policy initiative he's focused on - same with Beto.
That's not to say it can't work. In fact, it's probably more workable only because policy and substance bores the masses.
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Some Thoughts on Buttigieg Taking Off and Warren Seeming to be Grounded [View all]
babylonsister
Apr 2019
OP
Her voice is not what I would call shrill, but sometimes it sounds tense and constricted.
The Velveteen Ocelot
Apr 2019
#30
"Shrill"? Jesus Christ, not that old canard against ANY woman who speaks passionately. nt
Hekate
Apr 2019
#54
Pete is new and is an exciting mix of smart, young and gay. But Warren has put forth
Nanjeanne
Apr 2019
#6
Her natural supporters seem stuck on Bernie. He will be the end of her campaign.
seaglass
Apr 2019
#36
Perhaps they are like me. Supporters of Sanders first and Warren next. If sanders were
Nanjeanne
Apr 2019
#37
It's obvious that everyone gets to choose the candidate they want to support, isn't it?
seaglass
Apr 2019
#40
I think there is room for both of them just as there is room now for a Beto and a Pete.
Nanjeanne
Apr 2019
#43
I think that Warren is trying to out Sanders while Sanders himself is running
question everything
Apr 2019
#32
Message I sent to TPM earlier today: "No mention of gender? Or the advantage of being a white male?
deurbano
Apr 2019
#34