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In reply to the discussion: Joe Lieberman died doing what he loved [View all]Sky Jewels
(7,200 posts)50. Short answer: He stabbed Gore (and all Democrats) in the back
by publicly saying they wouldn't contest overseas ballots. Here's specific information about what that piece-of-shit weasel did:
https://www.cnn.com/2015/11/02/politics/bush-gore-military-ballots/index.html
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But when moderator Tim Russert pressed him on the issue Sunday morning, Lieberman publicly contradicted the Gore position.
I would give the benefit of the doubt to ballots coming in from military personnel, Lieberman said.
Gore loyalists watching at headquarters in Tallahassee exploded.
I screamed some profanities, Baldick recalled, upon watching Liebermans answer. May have thrown some things. I was very upset.
Gore himself chastised Lieberman after his Meet the Press appearance.
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Not reported but odds would support a brain bleed after a hard fall (the latter is confirmed-- while at home)
hlthe2b
Mar 28
#25
Very common scenario for elderly...often after being tackled or tripped by their cat.
PufPuf23
Mar 28
#30
Let's not leave out sabotaging the 2000 recount by stating that the Gore campaign would not challenge...
JHB
Mar 28
#20
He profoundly changed the course of history in favor of far right authoritarianism and oligarchy
Sky Jewels
Mar 28
#24
Fell directly into Hell, the lowest level for sure. Hope he lingers in pain......forever!
machoneman
Mar 28
#35
If you ever hear I died doing what I loved, know that I died passed-out drunk on the couch. n/t
spike jones
Mar 28
#42
We are all supposed to make the world a better place. He didn't do that. He didn't try.
Earth-shine
Mar 28
#44