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I do not know why anyone would go to any rally right now, Trump or BLM or anything else.

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Because there freedom to support such things is more important than possibly catching a virus that could kill them. They are invincible and it won't happen to them.

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So the situation in Kentucky seems a bit of a cluster leading up to their primary.

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Kamala Harris is definitely looking like the odds on favorite for the VP slot. At one point Abrams' light was burning brighter but recent events taking place in the country has given additional opportunities for players on the main stage to shine and Harris has done so brilliantly. I would say she is far enough ahead in the VP race that it is now her's to lose.

Never thought I'd be saying this but those two senate seats in Georgia are now up for grabs. All those crazy police shootings in Georgia has galvanized eligible residents that don't often use their vote. There are two senate seats up in November which doesn't often happens in one state in the same cycle. Would not be surprised at all if Democrats pick up one of them. Based on all accounts people in Georgia want serious change. Democrats are on pace to pick up about 5 senate seats.


I heard the news tonight that the European Union is considering banning American travelers from entering the EU due to our government's feckless handling of the coronavirus. America's new stigma is well deserved.

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You don't live in GA, I and a couple of others do. Perdue may be at risk (although I can't see Osoff beating him) but the jungle system for Loefflers seat basically means it'll be her or my Representative (Doug Collins) - both crazy ass Rs.

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Have to admit to not seeing Harris once during this whole thing (though of course I don't doubt she has spoken out), whereas I've seen Abrams on a number of occasions, always poised and erudite.

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The problem with Abrams is that she's much too smart, too astute and downright too self confident to be an acceptable number two, indeed much too much of a threat unless Biden realises he's going to need someone to do the job for him.

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You are always posting this optimistic stuff, but never post any references. Is this supportive of your position?
https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com...enate/georgia/
It shows Ossoff (D) at 45%, and Perdue (R) at 44% - a pretty close call, and if this is 'inspired' by recent events, things could die down by November.

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Abrams is very impressive. Can't utter a single negative thing about her. Her personality is refreshing compared to just about every politician out there. She is so damn smart and wise and for that reason there is no doubt in my mind she can handle being VP on day one. I'm just not sure if the middle voters(Independents) will accept the idea she hasn't held a higher position in government during her successful career. There is no doubt she would be more brilliant against anyone in a one on one debate and maybe that exchange would reassure those potential voters that might question her experience. I don't think it would stop Biden/Abrams from winning but I don't want to give Trump any type of lifeline considering he seem to want to drown himself under water with his insane approach to governing.

I think Trump today is planning to sign an Executive Order that protects RACIST statues and monuments. You can't make this stuff up. He is the gift that keeps on giving. And, just like I said would happen Trump is seriously struggling to figure out how to run against Biden. His usual racist and nickname attacks aren't working because moderate voters trust Joe Biden far more than Trump. Old Donald can't scare voters by calling a moderate progressive Biden a threat to America like he could have against a Hillary or Sanders. What I'm noticing is Harris' stand on BlackLivesMatter and the fight in the Senate to change policing laws has sucked up a lot of national attention. That spotlight has catapulted her even more so on the national stage. She seems to have the pulse of the country correct and imo that has given her the advantage in the Veep stakes race. Feel like it's her slot to lose. Momentum is everything in life. And Biden will probably make his pick in the next 8 weeks.

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I can. She has no experience worth a damn.

Being leader of the minority party in a state house does not qualify you for very much.

There's no way she's getting the VP nomination to a 78 year old President. It'll be Harris.

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To be quite honest I'm looking at the current trend and momentum that seem to have swung greatly in favor of Democrats because the Virus is getting worse in most southern states and the protest in states like Georgia over BlackLivesMatter is awakening voters there that don't always step out to the polls. And in full disclosure when the current unemployment benefits ends at the end of July there are going to be a lot of angry voters pointing the blame at the party in control of the White House. That is going to put millions of people at the financial brink.

Even my family members that live in Georgia are noticing the reverberation of a blue wave coming. I also have family and friends in North Carolina and they are saying the same thing. Something different is happening because of Trump's decision not to fight the Coronavirus and that choice is destroying Republicans in about every Blue and Purple state.
And keep in mind that our southern states are just now sadly experiencing the Virus at a record level similar to New York's explosion 3 months ago. Trump's lack of leadership with the protest and virus outbreak is coming home to roast. And from what I understand Trump is soon to end federal funding for coronavirus testing in all the states. You can't help but ask yourself does Trump really want to win based on looking at his boneheaded decisions.

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From where I'm sitting (in Georgia BTW, not navel gazing from another state like yourself) it's just pis*ing a lot of people off.

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I believe reasonable sentiment would agree with your statement. Abrams has the ability to be VP, but for Biden considering his age many voters would want a national player that can take over as President on day one. That has to give Harris additional momentum.

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When fellow Conservatives are raising money and putting up this kind of ad against a President in their own party, you know something has to change.

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I have historically felt that the VP nomination was a very unimportant decision, but this time, I see Biden as a potential figurehead and whoever is VP will have a stronger role. Biden could well kick the bucket or be declared incapacitated, or whatever, early into his presidency and thus the VP candidate has to be a good one! So this time, I'm paying more attention and I do hope it is Harris.