US Politics Thread

[FogBlueInSanFran]

Who would your choice be? I'm leaning toward a governor if Biden doesn't want to run. Beshear, Pritzker, Inslee or Cooper all seem to fit the part. As far as the senate goes I really like Sherrod Brown but he has to defend his seat in Ohio next cycle. Sheldon Whitehouse would be my first non-governor choice though. He's a good speaker and very good at staying on message and giving great soundbites. I think his stance on dark money would appeal to independents and non-racist republicans. I could also easily be talked into Mark Kelly since anybody the GQP puts up will look like a joke standing next to an actual astronaut/military man. Warner from VA is okay too but is probably too bland.

You may notice I didn't pick any women and it's not a mistake. I don't see any scenario where a woman could get a fair shake at the top of a ticket. I don't even think the media realizes it but you just know they'll describe any woman as "shrill" and "emotional" while making fun of what she wears. I think the best strategy is straight, white male with a woman as VP. Val Demmings would be my choice there.

I haven't given another nominee much thought yet, though I like the idea of Whitmer, though I'm thinking she's a more realistic 2026 candidate. In 2020 I was a big supporter of Gov. Steve Bullock of Montana, but after getting termed out (winning two governorships in a dead red state as a Democrat) and not getting the Presidential nomination (he never had a chance), he ran for Senate against the incumbent there and lost, so he's now not in an elected seat. Super pragmatic, could win over reds, very smart, a family man -- very appealing. While I understand the "nation isn't ready for a female President" argument theoretically, I am still convinced the bigger problem was how Hillary Clinton was perceived than that she was a woman, though her gender probably mattered on the margins.

 

[buckshot]

I haven't given another nominee much thought yet, though I like the idea of Whitmer. In 2020 I was a big supporter of Gov. Steve Bullock of Montana, but after getting termed out (winning two governorships in a dead red state as a Democrat) and not getting the Presidential nomination (he never had a chance), he ran for Senate against the incumbent there and lost, so he's now not in an elected seat. Super pragmatic, could win over reds, very smart, a family man -- very appealing. While I understand the "nation isn't ready for a female President" argument theoretically, I am still convinced the bigger problem was how Hillary Clinton was perceived than that she was a woman, though her gender probably mattered on the margins.

I go back to how they treated Klobuchar, apparently she was a "tough boss" who expected results from people. She didn't realize she's supposed to make cocoa for everybody and learn how to bake.

 

[laserblue]

If you doubt me just remember that it wasn't just the 2020 election that he claimed was rigged, he also said the same about the 2016 election and the 2016 Iowa caucus...

Trump accuses Cruz of stealing Iowa caucuses through 'fraud'

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Wednesday accused rival Ted Cruz of stealing a victory in the Iowa caucuses and called for another vote or nullification of Cruz's win.

www.reuters.com

The prick even accused the vote being rigged when his Apprentice show failed to win an Emmy. Not just once but three times.

 

[The Light Was Yellow Sir]

Fuck me. The lunacy and hatred of the Christian Taliban know no bounds.

Very much looking forward to the Linekar and other usual suspects monologues about stuff like this and what a World Cup host country is up to in 2026, especially if the Publicans win the next election and this becomes even more mainstream….

 

[buckshot]

The prick even accused the vote being rigged when his Apprentice show failed to win an Emmy. Not just once but three times.

He even wrote about how another kid scored higher on a test in school and how he thought he cheated.

 

[JASR]

Very much looking forward to the Linekar and other usual suspects monologues about stuff like this and what a World Cup host country is up to in 2026, especially if the Publicans win the next election and this becomes even more mainstream….

I think we can all drink to that.

 

[SWP's back]

Anyone fancy both sides-ing this one?



Come on @foetus you have a go. It’s only two minutes long, watch until the end. This guy had Thanksgiving with Trump last week. Still think that’s a good idea?

 

[west didsblue]

Anyone fancy both sides-ing this one?



Come on @foetus you have a go. It’s only two minutes long, watch until the end. This guy had Thanksgiving with Trump last week. Still think that’s a good idea?

Hunter's laptop would be my guess.

 

[Mr Kobayashi]

Anyone fancy both sides-ing this one?



Come on @foetus you have a go. It’s only two minutes long, watch until the end. This guy had Thanksgiving with Trump last week. Still think that’s a good idea?

It’s the sort of content he watches so I assume he would approve.

Might need to take his brain pills before he gives you a reply though.

 

[BayernMan]

Another point for “both sides” /s