Question for Skinner: Shouldn't you rephrase the statement about supporting the Democratic nominee

[CTyankee]

in the GE to supporting the Democratic ticket for President and VP?

I am now reading some posts by DUers who "won't vote for Hillary as VP." Obviously, if she is Obama's VP pick, there will be no choice other than voting for the ticket or not voting for the ticket.

However, my worry is that we'll have a continued brawl here at DU until election day if that scenario comes to pass, if we don't have some agreement as to the boundaries of the discussion. It will drain off our energy and effectiveness, just as GD:P has done and deflect us from our real target: John McCain.

[The Magistrate]

1. Here Are The Forum Rules On The Matter, Ma'am

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They apply to candidates for any office. Once the cooling off period is over, they will be enforced as they always have been, along with the civility rules and the rest.

[CTyankee]

2. Excellent. Good reminder to me and to the others.

I am looking forward to some "peace in the valley" here...