Covered the real estate well on assessing Harris toolkit. Biden was a known quantity. Pretty much knew what his policy decisions would be. Will want to hear what Harris would do as President across today’s domestic and international issues.
I think the best way to do that is have her participate as a "co-pilot" in those decisions. Make this the Biden-Harris transition. Smooth and seamless.
Biden should layout a “transition”. That could be advantageous, as long as he is viewed as in command. Which has been something that has been questioned.
I know, I decided to be mildly charitable: in reality, I think we can agree that he has zero insight or first-hand knowledge about what Biden is thinking/feeling.
Or that can hurt her. Since once could say she is copiloting the train wreck, which many voters seem to believe when it comes to immigration, inflation, and world affairs.
There needs to be a deeper reform, though: the fact that Pence didn't trust his team to take him to a 2nd location on J6, and a number of agents wiped their phones afterwards shows we've got a bigger issue.
You covered it really well Steve. Boring and steady is good from our leadership.
Let me meander a bit. This might sound Pollyanish, but i listened to Biden on the call with Harris yesterday and he sounded relieved, comfortable. Joe always came across as a decent old guy. This past couple of months he's sounded and looked both angry and confused. Yesterday was different.
The gang at The Bulwark made a couple of interesting points in their live program Sunday night that works into the discussion here:
1). The VP candidate needs to be a good "fit" with Kamala. Looking and feeling like a team rather than the top guy and the underling will pay dividends, especially if they have the qualities you listed.
2). Harris in the 2020 race was caught in an ugly position. As a cop, one of her stronger assets IMHO, the Floyd frenzy hit the country and the de-fund the police nonsense swept through the progressives. She couldn't lean into her strengths and that hurt her.
Which is the perfect segue into the next 4 months. JVL (from The Bulwark) stated early on, one of the best things is she has the luxury of a short campaign. I think that is bang on. She can come out of the gates and run an aggressive campaign but as you said, lean into learning at Joe's knee. The cop and the criminal, such an easy visual.
Next, and for me, the biggest single event will be the Democratic convention. I've said repeatedly they need to turn it into a celebration of life, democracy and all the good things about this country. This incessant whining by trump about how bad things are is pure bullshit. Crime is down, stocks are soaring, real wages are up and our economy coming out of the pandemic is better than almost every other country in the world.
Load the stage with positive energy. Don't be afraid to use the A-listers, rather than the clown show freaks, grifters and doom sellers. By the weeks end, the unity behind her candidacy should include democrats, independents and conservative republicans who have been kicked to the curb by the maga crowd. A true big tent revival, not the phony hype of those leg humping trump.
Last but not least, and we've already seen it. We know the maga folks love a good insult, thrive on the constant attacks and corrosive attitudes from both trump and now vance. That's the republican's future and feature. Calling her names is their go to arsenal and while trump lovers will revel in it, those in the middle will find it revolting and childish. I guess if the shoe fits...eh?
Sorry for the length. I really appreciated David's comments coming back. You guys do a yeoman's job between real work and then pounding out columns for The Racket News. It is obviously a labor of love and while we may disagree from time to time, i appreciate all you do. I've always found writing cathartic; i suspect you all do as well.
In my opinion we have no right whatsoever to judge someone for voting for this candidate or that candidate. The process a person goes through to choose who they vote for is and should be their own. There should be no outside pressure from any group, least of all the Church.
I was highly disappointed in the choice many of my family and friends made to vote for Trump, but I would never, ever presume to tell them that doing so makes them any less Christian. I have no idea what went on in their lives, their heads, or between them and the Lord to prompt them to make that choice.
I don’t want to just assume where you’re coming from either, so may I ask why you made that statement?
I understand your feelings on that and I share them. Where I disagree is that voting choices have anything to do with someone’s Christianity. Ultimately that choice, as with every other choice, should be between them and the Lord. It’s not for us to judge.
While your words sound very humble and pious, Christians are allowed to judge each other as long as it is done righteously. Having said that, I'm not judging anyone and I'm not telling anyone who to vote for. An individual has the right to vote for whoever they wish, but just because you have the right, doesn't mean you should, especially in light of God's word.
Covered the real estate well on assessing Harris toolkit. Biden was a known quantity. Pretty much knew what his policy decisions would be. Will want to hear what Harris would do as President across today’s domestic and international issues.
I think the best way to do that is have her participate as a "co-pilot" in those decisions. Make this the Biden-Harris transition. Smooth and seamless.
Biden should layout a “transition”. That could be advantageous, as long as he is viewed as in command. Which has been something that has been questioned.
Ross Douthat of NYT says Biden is "pissed" and doesn't want to make a speech endorsing Harris.
Biden is scheduled to speak to the nation at 8PM E/T tomorrow, Wednesday July 24.
Let's see if Douthat is to be doubted.
"Let's see if Douthat is to be doubted."
Given his track record alone, the answer is YES.
I know, I decided to be mildly charitable: in reality, I think we can agree that he has zero insight or first-hand knowledge about what Biden is thinking/feeling.
Or that can hurt her. Since once could say she is copiloting the train wreck, which many voters seem to believe when it comes to immigration, inflation, and world affairs.
Cheatle resigned a few minutes ago.
There needs to be a deeper reform, though: the fact that Pence didn't trust his team to take him to a 2nd location on J6, and a number of agents wiped their phones afterwards shows we've got a bigger issue.
First step is to get rid of the person at the head of the agency. I say good riddance.
You covered it really well Steve. Boring and steady is good from our leadership.
Let me meander a bit. This might sound Pollyanish, but i listened to Biden on the call with Harris yesterday and he sounded relieved, comfortable. Joe always came across as a decent old guy. This past couple of months he's sounded and looked both angry and confused. Yesterday was different.
The gang at The Bulwark made a couple of interesting points in their live program Sunday night that works into the discussion here:
1). The VP candidate needs to be a good "fit" with Kamala. Looking and feeling like a team rather than the top guy and the underling will pay dividends, especially if they have the qualities you listed.
2). Harris in the 2020 race was caught in an ugly position. As a cop, one of her stronger assets IMHO, the Floyd frenzy hit the country and the de-fund the police nonsense swept through the progressives. She couldn't lean into her strengths and that hurt her.
Which is the perfect segue into the next 4 months. JVL (from The Bulwark) stated early on, one of the best things is she has the luxury of a short campaign. I think that is bang on. She can come out of the gates and run an aggressive campaign but as you said, lean into learning at Joe's knee. The cop and the criminal, such an easy visual.
Next, and for me, the biggest single event will be the Democratic convention. I've said repeatedly they need to turn it into a celebration of life, democracy and all the good things about this country. This incessant whining by trump about how bad things are is pure bullshit. Crime is down, stocks are soaring, real wages are up and our economy coming out of the pandemic is better than almost every other country in the world.
Load the stage with positive energy. Don't be afraid to use the A-listers, rather than the clown show freaks, grifters and doom sellers. By the weeks end, the unity behind her candidacy should include democrats, independents and conservative republicans who have been kicked to the curb by the maga crowd. A true big tent revival, not the phony hype of those leg humping trump.
Last but not least, and we've already seen it. We know the maga folks love a good insult, thrive on the constant attacks and corrosive attitudes from both trump and now vance. That's the republican's future and feature. Calling her names is their go to arsenal and while trump lovers will revel in it, those in the middle will find it revolting and childish. I guess if the shoe fits...eh?
Sorry for the length. I really appreciated David's comments coming back. You guys do a yeoman's job between real work and then pounding out columns for The Racket News. It is obviously a labor of love and while we may disagree from time to time, i appreciate all you do. I've always found writing cathartic; i suspect you all do as well.
Well, Hulk Hogan and Kid Rock are not high bars to clear.
Lee Greenwood on the other hand...
I especially love when trump wraps himself in the United States flag when Lee belts out his anthem. Truly patriotic...right?
I'll just say this, a Christian has no business voting for either candidate of the 2 major parties, period.
In my opinion we have no right whatsoever to judge someone for voting for this candidate or that candidate. The process a person goes through to choose who they vote for is and should be their own. There should be no outside pressure from any group, least of all the Church.
I was highly disappointed in the choice many of my family and friends made to vote for Trump, but I would never, ever presume to tell them that doing so makes them any less Christian. I have no idea what went on in their lives, their heads, or between them and the Lord to prompt them to make that choice.
I don’t want to just assume where you’re coming from either, so may I ask why you made that statement?
Both candidates are pro-abortion. That sums it up.
I understand your feelings on that and I share them. Where I disagree is that voting choices have anything to do with someone’s Christianity. Ultimately that choice, as with every other choice, should be between them and the Lord. It’s not for us to judge.
While your words sound very humble and pious, Christians are allowed to judge each other as long as it is done righteously. Having said that, I'm not judging anyone and I'm not telling anyone who to vote for. An individual has the right to vote for whoever they wish, but just because you have the right, doesn't mean you should, especially in light of God's word.
"No true Scotsman" enters the chat
:)