Worries grow as moderates split Democratic vote

[RandySF]

The splintered moderate votes could lead to Sanders reaping the benefits, after poor showings by Warren in Iowa and New Hampshire have made him the progressive candidate standard bearer.

“I think there’s definitely enough room to go around,” South Carolina Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright told The Hill, referring to the moderate lane. “But it also leaves a wide lane for the other wing of the party to zap up energy and support as this race comes on.”

Sanders has long raised concerns among segments of the Democratic party, who worry the self-described Democratic socialist is too liberal to beat Trump in November.

Vulnerable Democrats in the House, including Rep. Joe Cunningham (D-S.C.) who in 2018 became the first Democrat to be elected to represent his district in nearly four decades, have publicly voiced concern of the impact Sanders would have in their toss-up districts and states.

“We are running the risk of the possibility of a standard bearer who doesn’t represent where voters are and who is ill-equipped to take on Donald Trump, and who is ill-equipped to lead Democrats to down-ballot success,” Reinish said.

Other Democrats worry that a crowded field where no single candidate emerges as the front-runner could lead to a brokered contest at the Democratic National Convention in July.



https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/483201-worries-grow-as-moderates-split-democratic-vote

[MoonlitKnight]

1. The choice is clear

Warren.

If she drops out, Bernie is unstoppable. Reason enough to throw her a few bucks and keep her in it, if that is a concern.