Warren-Clinton meeting today
Source: NBC news
Secret meeting
Read more: http://www.nbcnews.com/card/clinton-meets-warren-vp-decision-nears-n610461
Fingers crossed
forest444
(5,902 posts)I'd much rather have Elizabeth Warren fighting for us in the Senate - especially if Bitchy Mitchy loses his majority therein.
progressoid
(49,990 posts)chillfactor
(7,576 posts)if we have any chance of regaining control of the senate, we need every senate seat we already have...
karynnj
(59,503 posts)As soon as she is elected, MA could define the timeline for a special race. Warren would remain through the lame duck session, but would resign before being sworn in as VP in mid January. When Kerry was confirmed in late January, the Governor named a Senator and in June. Election day is almost 3 months earlier than when Kerry was confirmed. (Even though he was a pretty sure confirmation, they could not start before that. Obviously there is no confirmation for VP. So, 3 of the 5 months needed for the special election of Markey will take place with Warren holding the seat.
If all this is correct, the Republican appointed will be there for about 2 months. There are many Democrats who could win.
Saviolo
(3,282 posts)Her voice against the big banks is so vital in the Senate. She's doing important work, and I hope she continues.
forest444
(5,902 posts)Plus, if Democrats retake the Senate she will be a truly formidable legislative ally to President Hillary Clinton just where such allies are needed the most. She´d be much more effective in pushing Hillary´s legislative agenda than if she were Vice President (a largely ceremonial post).
Besides, the last thing we want is to have Charlie the tuna name her successor.
msanthrope
(37,549 posts)RBInMaine
(13,570 posts)forest444
(5,902 posts)She would bring, among other things, her experience at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (which she helped create) and of course as one of the nation's most popular and recognizable senators.
And while she does represent Massachusetts, she's also a strong-willed Southern woman (Oklahoman, born and bred) with a compelling life story millions of Americans (including millions of Republicans) can relate to. Salt of the earth, as everyday folks say.
She can also help unite the party like almost no one else can. It's no secret that while most Bernie voters are now with Hillary, if just two or three million of them migrate to Jill Stein or Gary Johnson it might be enough to tip the result to Trump. Preventing that is of utmost importance.
In short, she brings plenty to the table. It's just that she can do more good by staying in the Senate.
cstanleytech
(26,291 posts)to ask Warrens opinions on some of the potential VPs that Hillary is considering.
spooky3
(34,455 posts)What she's decided
WatchWhatISay
(3,426 posts)I'd work my ass off for that ticket
forest444
(5,902 posts)But I'd also worry about seeing Senator Warren replaced with some shill by Charlie the tuna; and frankly about Liz Warren's own safety.
Beartracks
(12,814 posts)forest444
(5,902 posts)Besides, why give Chahlie Baker the chance to replace someone of her caliber with some greasy-palmed harlot.
Happyhippychick
(8,379 posts)FailureToCommunicate
(14,014 posts)then our Senator.
Welcome to DU by the way!
bucolic_frolic
(43,166 posts)their marching orders
Whoever is picked as the VP nominee will hear progressive noise
I do not see a bad pick among them, though I hope she chooses someone
with media savvy and charisma to contrast with the dour brand of hate
mongering on the other side
yellowcanine
(35,699 posts)My favorite is Warren. I like all the other potentials but Tim Kaine is kind of snoozy to me.
Maven
(10,533 posts)underpants
(182,806 posts)It makes no sense for her to do that. I love Warren but Hillary is not picking her as VP.
RBInMaine
(13,570 posts)Cali_Democrat
(30,439 posts)tinrobot
(10,900 posts)mblock
(22 posts)And it's better than thinking that she will pick someone uninspiring and boring. Right?
RBInMaine
(13,570 posts)It's about who is qualified to be President and who brings the best package to the table. Warren isn't the answer.
RandySF
(58,835 posts)Backwoodsrider
(764 posts)Professional courtesy...Clinton is keeping things tidy
getagrip_already
(14,751 posts)so naturally everyone knows.
shhhhh. i'm huntin wabbits!
the media can be such a bunch of maroons.
mblock
(22 posts)We can all like who we want to like. We can get excited about the different candidates, whether she will pick the candidate we prefer or not. Where is there a problem with that? All are capable but we CAN have our favorites.
mblock
(22 posts)NBachers
(17,110 posts)I've gone from adamant "NO! We Need Warren In the Senate!" to "Yes - Clinton / Warren is the dream team that will pull out the greatest number of voters; thus bringing the greatest down-ticket wins for the Democrats." The Sanders coalition would, theoretically, lose their pout-factor, and campaign in support of Warren.
We'd have to hope that Massachusetts has not forgotten the Scott Brown Mistake, and would elect another viable Democrat to replace Warren. We'd also have to hope, and this is a BIG hope, that the local and national Democrats would have an electable candidate warmed up to run in the special election. Unfortunately, my faith in the Democrats' ability to refrain from shooting themselves in both feets is not very strong.
But, add it all up, and I think Warren's strengths as a Vice President running mate are worth it. Joe Biden didn't fade into the woodwork; I doubt that Warren would, either.
And, if the worst happens: I think it's a miracle that President Obama has survived thus far without being murdered. I've feared for his safety throughout both campaigns, and the duration of his presidency. Hillary Clinton has been a target of irrational hatred for decades. I fear that she may not survive the campaign. And, she's got a Gabby Giffords target on her back for as long as she's president. If some Trump - inspired assassin kills President Hillary Clinton, then Elizabeth Warren would be the avenging angel that we were deprived of when Bobby Kennedy was shot.
left-of-center2012
(34,195 posts)Hillary letting Elizabeth down easy.
Backwoodsrider
(764 posts)To tell Warren while she is not going to be VP she is going to be in the Clinton cabinet where Warren can do the most good but not as VP.
BlueStater
(7,596 posts)Risking a senate seat like this is beyond stupid. Republicans aren't incapable of winning in Massachusetts. 2010 and 2014 proved this.
mblock
(22 posts)Castro and Hickenlooper met with her too according to MSNBC
ErikJ
(6,335 posts)King_Klonopin
(1,306 posts)truthisfreedom
(23,147 posts)How does this stuff get broadcast when it's so freakin' secret?