Who appeals to INDEPENDENTS for president right now?

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

DP. Agree with this. Think she’s well-intentioned and bright but naive. Also fear that the extreme left would capture her administration.

Hard no for me.

Bernie probably would have been elected if the Dem establishment hadn’t intruded. If they try to pull that crap again, they are going to be sorry.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

+100

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Graham Platner in Maine and Dan Osborn in Nebraska. I’m not talking about presidential candidates at all, these are Senate candidates, but they have the “vibe” that a lot of independents are going for. Blue collar, scruffy, white guys that appeal to labor and populist on economic issues.

You sure you want a guy with a Nazi tattoo?

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Anonymous wrote:I'm a Democrat on paper but an independent in practice, and I won't vote for anyone who *doesn't* support Israel.

Yes and that’s why you’re pushing fetterman who is essentially a lump of stupidity right now between all of his strokes etc. You want someone new to manipulate

DP. I agree with the PP and you are the actual lump of stupidity. Good grief. Who calls someone that, especially someone who’s been through what Fetterman has?

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

DP
In trying to marginalize the left and right, people only end up inadvertently end up amplifying them. Key example: trans issues.

This.

Also, AOC pulled in a LOT of MAGA. She is what a lot of people want >> the billionaires to stop screwing all of us.

Bernie and AOC got some pretty big draws doing events in deep red parts of the country. Economic populism resonates.

Good luck with that.

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Anonymous wrote:I'm a Democrat on paper but an independent in practice, and I won't vote for anyone who *doesn't* support Israel.

Yes and that’s why you’re pushing fetterman who is essentially a lump of stupidity right now between all of his strokes etc. You want someone new to manipulate

DP. I agree with the PP and you are the actual lump of stupidity. Good grief. Who calls someone that, especially someone who’s been through what Fetterman has?

Oh yes so terrible and hateful of me! Much worse than killing tens of thousands of children!!

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

DP
In trying to marginalize the left and right, people only end up inadvertently end up amplifying them. Key example: trans issues.

This.

Also, AOC pulled in a LOT of MAGA. She is what a lot of people want >> the billionaires to stop screwing all of us.

Bernie and AOC got some pretty big draws doing events in deep red parts of the country. Economic populism resonates.

Good luck with that.

Good luck with your continued shilling for a foreign country.

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DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

NP and this is exactly what I care about as well. Right now we are headed on a path like South America---extreme wealth inequality coupled with a wide pendulum swing between authoritarian right and an impractical far left. I want middle ground and a rebuilding of the middle class.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

DP
In trying to marginalize the left and right, people only end up inadvertently end up amplifying them. Key example: trans issues.

This.

Also, AOC pulled in a LOT of MAGA. She is what a lot of people want >> the billionaires to stop screwing all of us.

Bernie and AOC got some pretty big draws doing events in deep red parts of the country. Economic populism resonates.

Good luck with that.

Good luck with your continued shilling for a foreign country.

Good luck with your one issue obsession and crusade. You are beyond tiresome.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Fetterman has proven to be level headed and in touch with how the majority of Americans feel on key issues.

Love him, and not just for his reasonable stances. He's overcome so much and still kicking.

Nope. He's toast when his term ends.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

DP. Agree with this. Think she’s well-intentioned and bright but naive. Also fear that the extreme left would capture her administration.

Hard no for me.

Bernie probably would have been elected if the Dem establishment hadn’t intruded. If they try to pull that crap again, they are going to be sorry.

That Democratic Establishment was James Clyburn, an 85 year old rep who has decided to run for reelection. The black gerontocracy continues to thrive and will have a big say about who the nominee will be. And no, they will not be sorry.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

DP
In trying to marginalize the left and right, people only end up inadvertently end up amplifying them. Key example: trans issues.

This.

Also, AOC pulled in a LOT of MAGA. She is what a lot of people want >> the billionaires to stop screwing all of us.

Bernie and AOC got some pretty big draws doing events in deep red parts of the country. Economic populism resonates.

Good luck with that.

Good luck with your continued shilling for a foreign country.

Good luck with your one issue obsession and crusade. You are beyond tiresome.

You think it’s just me who is obsessed and doesn’t want to see our politics taken over by a foreign country? Trillions spent on their wars while we can’t provide for our own? You went way too far by taking down pro Palestine candidates. Your cause is over. Move on.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

DP. Agree with this. Think she’s well-intentioned and bright but naive. Also fear that the extreme left would capture her administration.

Hard no for me.

Bernie probably would have been elected if the Dem establishment hadn’t intruded. If they try to pull that crap again, they are going to be sorry.

That Democratic Establishment was James Clyburn, an 85 year old rep who has decided to run for reelection. The black gerontocracy continues to thrive and will have a big say about who the nominee will be. And no, they will not be sorry.

Sure he helped Biden but times have changed. You have younger voters now and insurgents who matter.

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

DP. I’m an independent and those are def NOT my top issues.

Restoration of American institutions and rule of law #1.

Marginalizing the extreme left and extreme right #2.

DP
In trying to marginalize the left and right, people only end up inadvertently end up amplifying them. Key example: trans issues.

This.

Also, AOC pulled in a LOT of MAGA. She is what a lot of people want >> the billionaires to stop screwing all of us.

Bernie and AOC got some pretty big draws doing events in deep red parts of the country. Economic populism resonates.

Good luck with that.

Good luck with your continued shilling for a foreign country.

Good luck with your one issue obsession and crusade. You are beyond tiresome.

You think it’s just me who is obsessed and doesn’t want to see our politics taken over by a foreign country? Trillions spent on their wars while we can’t provide for our own? You went way too far by taking down pro Palestine candidates. Your cause is over. Move on.

You are part of a small minority. 28% of voters view Israeli-Palestinian conflict as a top issue (abs some portion of that 28% is pro-Israel).

So <20% are on your side and prioritize this.

By comparison, 84% prioritize COL, 75% democracy, 75% healthcare.

You’re a fringe player for a fringe cause.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I’m an independent. I want to see a legit change candidate — but one whose idea of change involves a laser focus on what helps ordinary people.

I know people will flip but what you describe already exists and has proven themselves capable and moral... AOC.

She identifies as a democratic socialist, which is by definition progressive. I do not believe progressive approaches work because they are a reverse form of trumpism — a “I want what I want now so tear everything down for me to make it happen.” Incremental steps are needed to get long-term buy-in. Progressives hate that.

American progressives are to the left of European progressives on social and immigration issues. While they may be perceived as better than trump or even moderate Democrats on the international front, they are naive and therefore dangerous. Freedom is not free, so simply gutting the military is not a winning strategy. (Going to war like trump has done is also not winning.) Consider also how AOC handled questions about Venezuela and Taiwan. So nope, nope, nope on AOC.

-OP

lol you have no clue.

You think most independents want AOC? If so, you are the one who is clueless.

She is strongly anti Israel and wants billionaires to be held to account. That is what independents are looking for in a candidate. Look at Trump. He is far more naive and much more leftist with his tariffs, planned economy, taking equity shares in private companies, farm subsidies, oil subsidies, etc.

It is you who are clueless.

People are concerned about other baggage democratic socialists come with. Also, simply being anti-Israel and saying you want billionaires to pay their share (whatever vague concept this is), isn't going to be enough. You need concrete plan on helping solve socio-economic issues in this country while also smoothing the divide between the masses along radical party line politics.