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The Contract on America

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  1. matchbok3 · · focus · HN ↗
    Do you blame Trump or the democrats who force candidates like Harris or Clinton as choices? The blame lies just as much with those who have an entirely unpopular view of how the country should function, forcing those in the middle to Trump/etc.

    Of course, much of this is due to continued polarization, notably in cities where socialism has grown popular and in the rural areas, where MAGA is rampant.

    1. virgildotcodes · · focus · HN ↗
      Ah yes, everything Trump does is actually other people's fault.

      Take the criticism and pressure off the abuser, and point it at their opponents.

      This talking point keeps getting pushed around on social media and I can't help but think it's manufactured and promulgated by right wing entities.

      1. matchbok3 · · focus · HN ↗
        Nope. Just people who want candidates who can beat terrible people like Trump. It really isn't that hard. Biden did it.

        We live in a two party system. Winning elections is important. Fielding left-wing candidates with no accomplishments makes Trump happen. It's not that complicated.

        1. lovich · · focus · HN ↗
          Hillary Clinton, and Kamala “Copmala” Harris were left wing candidates with no experience?

          How do you justify that statement at all? Especially when you can point to Trump as a candidate with no experience who won.

          1. matchbok3 · · focus · HN ↗
            She was perceived by middle America as a left-wing candidate coming from a left-wing state.

            Not really sure what you are arguing. The polls all showed this.

            1. lovich · · focus · HN ↗
              > She

              I mentioned two people the same as you, differentiate between them please

              > was perceived by middle America as a left-wing candidate coming from a left-wing state.

              Thank you for explaining one half of your statement, how do you explain the “no accomplishments” part of your statement?

              If you are going to rely on polls again then I’ll ask in advance how reality matters at all and it isn’t just down to vibes?

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