This will probably be a very contentious post here at dailykos. This has been bothering me for a few years and felt like I should write about it.
Many people here at dailykos are anti-sanders. They will probably vote for him in the general. But will do everything they can do for him to not win the nomination. Please understand that I am not writing this to piss any one off. I am just trying to understand the sentiments. Some of you might say this is not true. But every time there is some news worthy event for the candidates (like a debate or election) there is always 2 to 3 glowing articles on his opponents in the rec list. For example Bernie is currently running away with the popular vote in Iowa and nothing on the rec list.
The following are some of his traits that appeal to me (and I feel like should to most people here)
1. He is by far the most progressive senator
2. His agenda is in line with what most of us here want
3. He is a consistent and an honest person.
4. He is doing very well in head to head polling against trump (almost as good as Biden)
5. He consistently talks about involving more people in the movement and is bringing many people in to the political discourse.
Things that I feel that people usually complain about him (and my defense)
1. His followers are out of control and annoying. Some of them are. Especially on twitter there are many of them full of conspiracy theories. While I do not agree with their way, I can see why they are angry. All of us should be angry. We need a revolution and it will not happen unless we are PISSED.
2. His followers are not democratic (will vote for Trump or won’t vote ) come General. I do not think the people who did not vote against Trump last cycle would have voted at all last cycle not for Bernie.
3. His surrogates are mean. This is unfair. If you go over the treatment of Bernie (with the blackout) and all the “he is not a democrat BS” , I would say his surrogates are being very nice.
Finally, I would like to say that Bernie — is tied at the top in Iowa if not winning it (popular vote), Most probably will win NH (as per current polls). Will be the front runner by next week. I think he is great candidate to get behind. Lets do it!
Bernie for President
Lets make it happen
Peace
NOT ME US!!!!