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In reply to the discussion: Is AOC distancing herself from Bernie because she is afraid of losing her election? [View all]NurseJackie
(42,862 posts)23. You're so right. They know and understand what's at stake. They take seriously their responsibility.
You're so right. They know and understand what's at stake. They take seriously their responsibility. They want to do the right thing for their constituents... they do not put themselves or their careers first. They are the type that realize by doing their job, and doing it well, then the voters will reward their efforts. People who think they "deserve" the office after a lackluster term, and not doing much of anything, and having no legislative accomplishments, but who think twitter followers are a measure of their worth... well... those people are in for a rude awakening.

primary today, I would vote for: Joe Biden
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Is AOC distancing herself from Bernie because she is afraid of losing her election? [View all]
showblue22
Mar 2020
OP
AOC has only directly endorsed 2 challengers against incumbent Dems, and those 2 Dems are
Celerity
Mar 2020
#26
oh, btw, i actually DO see a major threat to AOC in Congress, as her seat (NY will lose one or two
Celerity
Mar 2020
#29
let us hope you are right on this, if she wins this year (see I left the door open, lol)
Celerity
Mar 2020
#31
You're so right. They know and understand what's at stake. They take seriously their responsibility.
NurseJackie
Mar 2020
#23