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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:14 PM
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For all those saying "I don't understand why Biden isn't higher in the polls"...
The answer is money. It's always the money, and it always makes my blood boil.

BUT - He has just now decided to accept public campaign financing matching funds. If I give a dollar, the fund matches a dollar. I'm thrilled because now my TEENY contributions will only be half as teeny!

If you'd like to see him do better, and are inclined to throw a few bucks his way (which will double!), please go to

www.joebiden.com


And I know I speak for other Bidenites when I say if you can't give at this time, your support is just as deeply appreciated, and thank you for your support.

:hi:


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Kurt_and_Hunter Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:19 PM
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1. "Don't tell me your values. Show me who you donate to, and I'll tell you your values"
Edited on Fri Nov-16-07 05:20 PM by Kurt_and_Hunter
Praphrasing Joe's father's saying, from last night's debate
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monmouth Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:20 PM
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2. Oooh, I like that. Will send another pittance off.
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:28 PM
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5. Keep those pittances coming! nt
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rucky Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:21 PM
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3. That was one of the best lines in the debate. n/t
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:28 PM
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4. Makes a LOT of sense. nt
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Schema Thing Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 03:06 PM
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17. "show me your budget", I thought it was.
but same in substance, just broadened beyond campaigning.
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bullwinkle428 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 05:48 PM
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6. I was just checking out his website, and have to say that
no one can give the excuse that he doesn't present a thorough, comprehensive view on practically any issue that is of importance to any voter. He's clearly making it harder for me to NOT caucus for him on January 3rd!

YES, I know all of our candidates will completely have the advantage on the issues against any of the Repuke candidates, but I have to believe that Biden would deliver the ass-kicking in the most entertaining way!
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gateley Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 06:44 PM
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7. Thank you- and you know I agree with your assessment! When I go to the
sites which list his voting records, and hear his statements, I'm FURTHER impressed! :hi:
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Think82 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 07:22 PM
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8. Biden could win every state if he gets the nom, IMO
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Susan in Iowa Donating Member (17 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Fri Nov-16-07 10:12 PM
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9. That is why the MSM is ignoring him
They do not want a viable Democratic candidate. Check http://downwithtyranny.blogspot.com/2007/10/how-media-warped-primaries.html this out.
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jillan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 01:18 AM
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11. Very interesting blog post - thanks for posting!
And it's great to see you here Susan :)
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jillan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 01:10 AM
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10. I miss the corn cob!
I liked watching the corn grow.
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CrispyQ Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 01:59 PM
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16. I liked the corn cob, too!
But that "Joe is Right" vid is GREAT!!!
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IdaBriggs Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 09:22 AM
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12. That and the fact he performed poorly on the Sunday talk shows
as a "Democrat" for years. Its the reason I'm not supporting him. He seemed to think his support of Junior was a "good" thing. I don't support Junior, so I don't support Biden.

:shrug:
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Inuca Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 09:49 AM
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13. "Performed poorly on the SUnday talk shows"?????
What are yo talking about? He is one of the most effective dems in that respect (and not only). As to supporting Junior... that leaves me completely perplexed.
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IdaBriggs Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Nov-18-07 09:23 PM
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21. I think he performed poorly because he *ALWAYS* criticizes the Dems.
It made for "Republican" and "Republican Lite" as far as I was concerned. He would cut down Kerry during the 2004 presidential bid, acted like the Swiftboat folks should be treated as if they actually were saying something worth listening to (!), and kept doing this "on the other hand" thing that was driving me crazy -- yes, the "other side" may have some points, but in the LIMITED amount of time you've got to present YOUR point, talk about YOUR point, and let the other guy waste his time defending against your valid points. I consider him to be ineffective because I watched him do it so often, I quit watching ANY of the Sunday morning shows because NO ONE (including Biden) actually represented a Democratic position effectively.

That's my opinion, and it took YEARS to get there. I could see him as a Veep, but not as a CinC. Besides, he's proven that the office of Senator is unable to perform a "check and balance" thing, so I don't want him (or any other sitting Senator for that matter) in that office.

I'm not really happy with any of my choices. Sigh.
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ellacott Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 10:19 AM
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14. I never felt he performed poorly
Joe Biden is one a few people that would get me to watch Fox Sunday. He handles Chris Wallace like no one else.

I think he is excellent on the Sunday programs.
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IdaBriggs Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Nov-18-07 09:23 PM
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22. See answer #21. nt
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demommom Donating Member (532 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 12:17 PM
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15. What are you talking about?
Edited on Sat Nov-17-07 12:20 PM by demommom
He tried to work with "junior",however he came to realize that was impossible. It is the job of all legislators to try to work together.
Another reason he would be an excellent president. We might actually accomplish some good things.Support who you want,but get the facts right.

As for Sunday talk shows, because he did not say what you would like ,it does not mean he performed "poorly";just the opposite, I have never seen him do poorly on a Sunday talk show.
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IdaBriggs Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Nov-18-07 09:23 PM
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23. See answer #21. nt
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greeneyedboy Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 05:21 PM
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18. Biden lost me in 1991, during the Clarence Thomas hearings. n/t
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Mike03 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 07:26 PM
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19. You are probably right, and it makes me so frustrated and filled
Edited on Sat Nov-17-07 07:28 PM by Mike03
with despair. I have nothing intelligent to add, just Kick and Rec. And thanks to you for keeping those of us who prefer Biden inspired.

Thanks.

ON EDIT: Wasn't permitted to recommend because the post is older than twenty four hours. Sorry.
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demommom Donating Member (532 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Nov-17-07 07:49 PM
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20. Kick
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