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Post by onelasttime on Jul 21, 2024 21:13:22 GMT
Changing the thread to who you think her VP choice will be. I think it will be
announced next Tuesday….
The short list ….
* Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz
* Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
* Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly
* Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker
* Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear
* Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg
@msnbc
That is my choice.
Yours?
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Post by katlady on Jul 21, 2024 21:18:34 GMT
I am not up-to-date on potential candidates, but no to Harris-Buttigieg.
Also no to two females, and no to two minorities, although a Hispanic may be ok.
In my opinion, it has to be a white CIS male.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 21, 2024 21:18:46 GMT
As much as I would choose Buttigieg it is not practical at this time.
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Post by aj2hall on Jul 21, 2024 21:19:29 GMT
Harris Shapiro
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Post by breetheflea on Jul 21, 2024 21:22:19 GMT
Not Newsom.
No one older than 70.
I don't personally have no problem with another woman, anyone gay, or a person of color, but since other people care so much, probably none of those.
Who is left? That's my choice.
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Post by peabay on Jul 21, 2024 21:22:46 GMT
Harris/Kelly
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Post by peabay on Jul 21, 2024 21:23:20 GMT
that's my son-in-law's thought - you don't win without PA |
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Post by cmpeter on Jul 21, 2024 21:24:14 GMT
Harris - Shapiro
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Post by onelasttime on Jul 21, 2024 21:25:10 GMT
I am not up-to-date on potential candidates, but no to Harris-Buttigieg. Also no to two females, and no to two minorities, although a Hispanic may be ok. In my opinion, it has to be a white CIS male. Gavin Newsom |
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Post by onelasttime on Jul 21, 2024 21:25:48 GMT
As much as I would choose Buttigieg it is not practical at this time. Why isn’t practical? |
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Post by peanutterbutter on Jul 21, 2024 21:25:51 GMT
I would have no objections and would vote for them but I dont think they would win together for reasons that have nothing to do with their political acumen. I think many people who don't want to vote for Trump will still not vote for a black female/ gay male sadly.
Harris /Shapiro might stand a chance. I live in pa and think Josh Shapiro has done a decent job as governor, and I think he actually cares about people's welfare.
ETA: I am also concerned that too many names will be thrown into the ring so that no one person will get a solid supportive following. I felt strongly that this was huge issue with the democratic party and the 2020 election.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 21, 2024 21:27:30 GMT
As much as I would choose Buttigieg it is not practical at this time.
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Post by katlady on Jul 21, 2024 21:28:54 GMT
I am not up-to-date on potential candidates, but no to Harris-Buttigieg. Also no to two females, and no to two minorities, although a Hispanic may be ok. In my opinion, it has to be a white CIS male. Gavin Newsom Too controversial a choice, even within California. I don't mind the guy, but many don't like him. Plus, either him or Harris would have to move to a different state since they are both Californians. |
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Post by hennybutton on Jul 21, 2024 21:30:26 GMT
I am not up-to-date on potential candidates, but no to Harris-Buttigieg. Also no to two females, and no to two minorities, although a Hispanic may be ok. In my opinion, it has to be a white CIS male. As much as I hate to say it, this is true. There is no way a woman, a gay person, or a minority can win this election. Frankly, I think we're screwed no matter who gets the nomination. |
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Post by quinlove on Jul 21, 2024 21:31:12 GMT
Harris / Shapiro
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Post by onelasttime on Jul 21, 2024 21:32:48 GMT
Too controversial a choice, even within California. I don't mind the guy, but many don't like him. Plus, either him or Harris would have to move to a different state since they are both Californians. How is he too controversial? |
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Post by onelasttime on Jul 21, 2024 21:35:48 GMT
Who is Shapiro and what specifically has he done that would want to make me vote for him over Pete Buttigieg?
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Post by scrappinmama on Jul 21, 2024 21:40:07 GMT
My head is spinning with all of the possibilities. Whoever they pick, I hope it's the winning ticket. And because democracy is on the line, that's really all that matters. I really like all of the choices that you all have mentioned.
Now what makes the stronger ticket? There are a lot of women haters that wouldn't vote for an all-female ticket. There are also a lot of gay haters that wouldn't vote for a gay vice president. I long for a day when those things won't matter.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 21, 2024 21:41:05 GMT
As much as I would choose Buttigieg it is not practical at this time. Seems I keep repeating myself. I do think Harris has a good shot of drawing women who are disgusted by having lost reproductive rights. Several red states are being forced by their citizens to support women's rights. For some it will be a stretch. But we will gladly accept their votes. I'm just not sure it is wise to hope for them to expand their horizons to accept Buttigieg. I do, but many won't. |
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Post by maryannscraps on Jul 21, 2024 21:42:49 GMT
Too controversial a choice, even within California. I don't mind the guy, but many don't like him. Plus, either him or Harris would have to move to a different state since they are both Californians. How is he too controversial? I don’t know about controversial, but an all California ticket would be a no go. He just doesn’t bring anything to the party. |
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Post by peabay on Jul 21, 2024 21:45:30 GMT
As much as I would choose Buttigieg it is not practical at this time. Seems I keep repeating myself. I do think Harris has a good shot of drawing women who are disgusted by having lost reproductive rights. Several red states are being forced by their citizens to support women's rights. For some it will be a stretch. But we will gladly accept their votes. I'm just not sure it is wise to hope for them to expand their horizons to accept Buttigieg. I do, but many won't. I agree with you. It's going to be a lot for some to go with a POC and a woman. Add someone gay into the mix and I think we are expecting too much from certain people that we need. Is it an ugly truth? Yes. But it's the truth. Could they sweep Connecticut, where I live? Absolutely. But CT doesn't win presidential races. And I really like Pete - he's a veteran and he's done a good job. But this isn't a winning ticket, sadly. |
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Post by katlady on Jul 21, 2024 21:45:47 GMT
Too controversial a choice, even within California. I don't mind the guy, but many don't like him. Plus, either him or Harris would have to move to a different state since they are both Californians. How is he too controversial? You live in California, you've heard all the talk against him. He is "slimy", he is elitist, he is a socialist, he hasn't fixed the homeless problem, he passed the bill that schools don't have to out kids who want to change their gender, etc. But, it would be interesting to see Guilfoyle's reaction if he ever did make it to the White House.  |
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Post by mom2jnk on Jul 21, 2024 21:47:32 GMT
Harris-Beshear (KY governor,)
Solid cis white male, not too old, has won several times in a red state, could bring us swing states in Midwest. I think better than Shapiro, who would be my second choice for VP. Love Mayor Pete, but not quite yet.
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Post by Darcy Collins on Jul 21, 2024 21:47:53 GMT
Who is Shapiro and what specifically has he done that would want to make me vote for him over Pete Buttigieg? This is exactly the Democratic Party’s problem - you’re a California liberal, they have your vote. Making you excited should be exactly last on considerations. California will be blue period. Trump will win if they think picking someone to excite a woman living in California is the point. Win the swing states or watch Trump win again. |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 21, 2024 21:49:36 GMT
How is he too controversial? You live in California, you've heard all the talk against him. He is "slimy", he is elitist, he is a socialist, he hasn't fixed the homeless problem, he passed the bill that schools don't have to out kids who want to change their gender, etc. But, it would be interesting to see Guilfoyle's reaction if he ever did make it to the White House. I was going to mention Guilfoyle, but didn't know how to delicately . |
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Post by aj2hall on Jul 21, 2024 21:51:35 GMT
Who is Shapiro and what specifically has he done that would want to make me vote for him over Pete Buttigieg? Governor of Pennsylvania. Popular, well liked, a moderate and could win PA which is really key to November. He handled the shooting very respectfully and his response after the I 95 bridge collapse was impressive. I like Pete and hope he runs in 2028 or 2032, but right now, I think Shapiro has the potential to add more to the ticket. |
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Post by anaterra on Jul 21, 2024 21:53:39 GMT
What about Beto O'Rourke? He didn't beat abbott but could he be a good candidate?? I really like him.. thats why I am wondering...
I really have no idea
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Post by anaterra on Jul 21, 2024 21:55:04 GMT
How is he too controversial? You live in California, you've heard all the talk against him. He is "slimy", he is elitist, he is a socialist, he hasn't fixed the homeless problem, he passed the bill that schools don't have to out kids who want to change their gender, etc. But, it would be interesting to see Guilfoyle's reaction if he ever did make it to the White House. Would you be able to see a reaction? She has had a little touch up |
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Post by onelasttime on Jul 21, 2024 21:55:09 GMT
I am not up-to-date on potential candidates, but no to Harris-Buttigieg. Also no to two females, and no to two minorities, although a Hispanic may be ok. In my opinion, it has to be a white CIS male. As much as I hate to say it, this is true. There is no way a woman, a gay person, or a minority can win this election. Frankly, I think we're screwed no matter who gets the nomination. Wait a minute. Isn’t the Democratic Party the inclusive party? All are welcome, men, women, white, people of color, straight & gay. If that is true then Harris-Buttigieg would be a good representative of the Democratic Party and what it stands for. Right? Besides these 2 being a black woman and a gay white man they both are wicked smart and I want to see them wipe the floor with the convicted felon and the idiot in a debate |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 21, 2024 21:56:17 GMT
What about Beto O'Rourke? He didn't beat abbott but could he be a good candidate?? I really like him.. thats why I am wondering... I really have no idea Maybe. He did make the mistake of saying he would take all the guns . |
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