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nolabear

(41,987 posts)
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 07:59 PM Apr 2019

***Elizabeth Warren is up on CNN Town Hall***

I can’t follow her completely here but hope people will chime in on questions. I’ll put in where I can.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
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***Elizabeth Warren is up on CNN Town Hall*** (Original Post) nolabear Apr 2019 OP
As I have said before, in my view she is the most intelligent candidate we have running, and has still_one Apr 2019 #1
Warren and Anderson together??? Be still my heart. Politicub Apr 2019 #2
She's awfully good. Personable, comfortable, confident. nolabear Apr 2019 #4
Enthusiastic welcome! First up: college affordability nolabear Apr 2019 #3
Her proposal for college affordability is fantastic Politicub Apr 2019 #5
she has specifics on most everything, and how to pay for it. Not just slogans or sound bites still_one Apr 2019 #33
WEALTH TAX NOW!! Politicub Apr 2019 #6
She is presenting better and better.... IamFortunesFool Apr 2019 #7
Go Elizabeth!! nt BlueFlorida Apr 2019 #8
Two: How is breaking up big tech good? nolabear Apr 2019 #9
I thought she was going to say Amazon is selling our data to advertisers not even affiliated Politicub Apr 2019 #10
Opposition to legalization in the past. What are honest views? nolabear Apr 2019 #11
Her explanation of breaking up big tech wasn't clear. Honeycombe8 Apr 2019 #12
She said, "I support the legalization of marijuana." Politicub Apr 2019 #13
Police and criminal justice: How will she support law enforcement? nolabear Apr 2019 #14
"Interesting"? Or just plain fair. I'm really liking her honesty chimpymustgo Apr 2019 #16
Both! nolabear Apr 2019 #22
Not to be Hillaried...... a kennedy Apr 2019 #15
Brillant question and a great answer from Warren Politicub Apr 2019 #18
Fantastic answer BeyondGeography Apr 2019 #19
Elizabeth is killing it! DCofVA Apr 2019 #17
Ok, ok, starting to get into Elizabeth...... a kennedy Apr 2019 #20
She's knocking it out of the ballpark so far. n/t mtnsnake Apr 2019 #21
Getting chills. She speaks of an America I could really be proud of. We can do this! chimpymustgo Apr 2019 #27
Cant watch right now..but hubby saw her in person and said she is Awesome Peacetrain Apr 2019 #23
I assume they'll run these over and over, hopefully after hours for DVRing. forgotmylogin Apr 2019 #58
I'm running for the Senate because that's what girls do! crazytown Apr 2019 #24
That was a great line, and so true. vsrazdem Apr 2019 #53
GOP 'Run and we're going to fix it for you' crazytown Apr 2019 #55
I was referring to the needing better messaging, but you are on point above also. vsrazdem Apr 2019 #57
Ah, the impeachment question. nolabear Apr 2019 #25
The best answer yet Politicub Apr 2019 #26
Ditto to that. mtnsnake Apr 2019 #28
True dat. She's shown the most moxy and intelligence so far. nolabear Apr 2019 #32
Also - aren't these kids wonderful? We've got a great future, if we let them take more control! chimpymustgo Apr 2019 #29
That's how it is in New Hampshire, elleng Apr 2019 #44
She's Great! Nanjeanne Apr 2019 #30
Warren, great on questions & presentation, one after another. appalachiablue Apr 2019 #31
Out of all the folks answering on this site..... a kennedy Apr 2019 #34
I guess I'd better jump in then. She's the best candidate out there! hedda_foil Apr 2019 #39
Well, it's a long race. nolabear Apr 2019 #45
I got on the Kamala bandwagon pretty early - but there's also plenty of time for Dems to chimpymustgo Apr 2019 #50
I also joined the Kamala Bandwagon early tnlurker Apr 2019 #60
Listening to Kamala now. We've got so many great candidates, and plenty of time! chimpymustgo Apr 2019 #61
and this name calling question....I think she's not REALLY answering it..... a kennedy Apr 2019 #35
I don't thing he'd "kill her" on anything Sparkly Apr 2019 #37
Yah, right......just am not looking forward to him saying it over, and over. a kennedy Apr 2019 #40
Yeah, she didn't, but what could she say? She's above his antics but his antics give him traction. JudyM Apr 2019 #38
You're right. a kennedy Apr 2019 #41
Is there a candidate immune from a Trump nickname Sparkly Apr 2019 #47
True, although he hasn't called Amy K anything yet, has he?? a kennedy Apr 2019 #51
No, but he could. Sparkly Apr 2019 #54
The bullying question. Glad he asked it. nolabear Apr 2019 #36
Supports Green New Deal. elleng Apr 2019 #42
Climate: I'm a strong supporter of the Green New Deal nolabear Apr 2019 #43
Wonderful! RobertDevereaux Apr 2019 #56
Well that ended quickly. Btw Twitter is loving her. nolabear Apr 2019 #46
Elizabeth did well. Uncle Joe Apr 2019 #48
So many great candidates... Cornus Apr 2019 #49
she did a very good job samnsara Apr 2019 #52
K & R SunSeeker Apr 2019 #59
This was a pleasure to read artislife Apr 2019 #62
 

still_one

(92,233 posts)
1. As I have said before, in my view she is the most intelligent candidate we have running, and has
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:02 PM
Apr 2019

specifics on how to implement college costs, income inequality, etc. Not just simple sound bites

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
2. Warren and Anderson together??? Be still my heart.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:02 PM
Apr 2019

I would like to see them do New Year's eve together.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
4. She's awfully good. Personable, comfortable, confident.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:06 PM
Apr 2019

So far I like her.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
3. Enthusiastic welcome! First up: college affordability
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:05 PM
Apr 2019

Roll back the debt. One, roll back debt for 95% of students. Two, free tuition and fees and put more money into Pell Grants and into historically black colleges.

Pay for it with 2 cents on every dollar on all wealth over 50 million.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
5. Her proposal for college affordability is fantastic
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:06 PM
Apr 2019

And the best of all of the candidates so far.

She is proacitvely taking on how to pay for it.

I could listen to her talk all day.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

still_one

(92,233 posts)
33. she has specifics on most everything, and how to pay for it. Not just slogans or sound bites
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:40 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
6. WEALTH TAX NOW!!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:07 PM
Apr 2019

Here here!!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

IamFortunesFool

(348 posts)
7. She is presenting better and better....
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:08 PM
Apr 2019

Not only is she brilliantly versed and expansive on policy, but she's obviously learning the art of national politicking. I'm glad she's running.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
9. Two: How is breaking up big tech good?
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:10 PM
Apr 2019

They run two businesses, the platform and data mining. Getting in front of markets and knocking out competition.

Harming startups by getting out in front through data mining. Break off platform from competition.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
10. I thought she was going to say Amazon is selling our data to advertisers not even affiliated
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:11 PM
Apr 2019

with Amazon.

But her answer about pulling the rug out from under independent sellers was a good one, too.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
11. Opposition to legalization in the past. What are honest views?
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:12 PM
Apr 2019

She supports the legalization. Makes no sense to treat it as schedule I drug. And the racial impact. African Americans targeted for arrest.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Honeycombe8

(37,648 posts)
12. Her explanation of breaking up big tech wasn't clear.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:13 PM
Apr 2019

But her statements that they are preventing competition is true. It's probably better for the country's retail business if it's broken up somewhat. Google, too. I think Apple is different.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
13. She said, "I support the legalization of marijuana."
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:14 PM
Apr 2019

Full stop. And now she's explaining why the penalties for marijuana use disproportionately affect African Americans.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
14. Police and criminal justice: How will she support law enforcement?
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:14 PM
Apr 2019

The criminal justice system is broken, and at the heart of it is race.

She seems very dedicated to racial issues. Interesting.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

chimpymustgo

(12,774 posts)
16. "Interesting"? Or just plain fair. I'm really liking her honesty
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:21 PM
Apr 2019

and down-to-earthi-ness.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
22. Both!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:25 PM
Apr 2019

I’m liking her replies too!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

a kennedy

(29,675 posts)
15. Not to be Hillaried......
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:20 PM
Apr 2019

OMGOSH, what a smarty from Wisconsin.....freshman at Harvard.....

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
18. Brillant question and a great answer from Warren
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:21 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

BeyondGeography

(39,375 posts)
19. Fantastic answer
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:22 PM
Apr 2019

Love her.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

DCofVA

(714 posts)
17. Elizabeth is killing it!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:21 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

a kennedy

(29,675 posts)
20. Ok, ok, starting to get into Elizabeth......
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:22 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

mtnsnake

(22,236 posts)
21. She's knocking it out of the ballpark so far. n/t
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:24 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

chimpymustgo

(12,774 posts)
27. Getting chills. She speaks of an America I could really be proud of. We can do this!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:35 PM
Apr 2019

We have a bunch of wonderful candidates. Together, we can all make America better!!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Peacetrain

(22,877 posts)
23. Cant watch right now..but hubby saw her in person and said she is Awesome
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:26 PM
Apr 2019

She has her facts lined up and lays it all out..

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

forgotmylogin

(7,530 posts)
58. I assume they'll run these over and over, hopefully after hours for DVRing.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:37 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

crazytown

(7,277 posts)
24. I'm running for the Senate because that's what girls do!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:27 PM
Apr 2019

‘Run but your going to lose’ - ‘I think Democrats need better messaging’

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

vsrazdem

(2,177 posts)
53. That was a great line, and so true.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:19 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

crazytown

(7,277 posts)
55. GOP 'Run and we're going to fix it for you'
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:25 PM
Apr 2019

So even if they don’t steal it, the GOP candidate is running with the belief/confidence they will win. Romney was certain 2012 was in the bag.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

vsrazdem

(2,177 posts)
57. I was referring to the needing better messaging, but you are on point above also.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:35 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
25. Ah, the impeachment question.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:27 PM
Apr 2019

Settle in. She’s going to take a while...👍🏻

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Politicub

(12,165 posts)
26. The best answer yet
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:31 PM
Apr 2019

People, read the Mueller Report if you haven't done so. It takes a while, but the time is worth it. It left me shook. And I'm thrilled to see Warren talking impeachment.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

mtnsnake

(22,236 posts)
28. Ditto to that.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:36 PM
Apr 2019

She is just as courageous as she is smart. Most of our candidates are fine, but not many of them have the guts EW has.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
32. True dat. She's shown the most moxy and intelligence so far.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:39 PM
Apr 2019

It’ll be great to see her in debates.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

chimpymustgo

(12,774 posts)
29. Also - aren't these kids wonderful? We've got a great future, if we let them take more control!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:38 PM
Apr 2019

Great questions!!!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

elleng

(130,974 posts)
44. That's how it is in New Hampshire,
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:55 PM
Apr 2019

it's part of their job!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

appalachiablue

(41,146 posts)
31. Warren, great on questions & presentation, one after another.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:38 PM
Apr 2019

She's strong, clear and passionate in her answers. Wow, EW gets better and better!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

a kennedy

(29,675 posts)
34. Out of all the folks answering on this site.....
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:42 PM
Apr 2019

There only two declared Warren voters.......yikes. Just really can’t say yup, she’s for me.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

hedda_foil

(16,375 posts)
39. I guess I'd better jump in then. She's the best candidate out there!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:50 PM
Apr 2019

Every response just knocks it right out of the park and into the next block!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
45. Well, it's a long race.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:56 PM
Apr 2019

I’m obviously for Biden but I like her and have more confidence she could win.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

chimpymustgo

(12,774 posts)
50. I got on the Kamala bandwagon pretty early - but there's also plenty of time for Dems to
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:00 PM
Apr 2019

coalesce around any number of great candidate. It's early.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

tnlurker

(1,020 posts)
60. I also joined the Kamala Bandwagon early
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:43 PM
Apr 2019

Warren is my second pick. If she keeps giving great policy ideas she might move up in my book.

I think Warren is great and will make an excellent president if elected.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

chimpymustgo

(12,774 posts)
61. Listening to Kamala now. We've got so many great candidates, and plenty of time!
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 10:07 PM
Apr 2019

Kamala's got great ideas and charisma to boot. Liz keeps impressing!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

a kennedy

(29,675 posts)
35. and this name calling question....I think she's not REALLY answering it.....
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:43 PM
Apr 2019

tRump will kill her on that one stupid thing. Pocahontas.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Sparkly

(24,149 posts)
37. I don't thing he'd "kill her" on anything
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:49 PM
Apr 2019

except, of course, with his "base," automatically.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

a kennedy

(29,675 posts)
40. Yah, right......just am not looking forward to him saying it over, and over.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:51 PM
Apr 2019

May-be it’ll get old, but just don’t want to hear it at ALL.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

JudyM

(29,251 posts)
38. Yeah, she didn't, but what could she say? She's above his antics but his antics give him traction.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:50 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Sparkly

(24,149 posts)
47. Is there a candidate immune from a Trump nickname
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:59 PM
Apr 2019

or a Republican characterization?

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

a kennedy

(29,675 posts)
51. True, although he hasn't called Amy K anything yet, has he??
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:02 PM
Apr 2019

and I know, he's a dickhead, and will have lotsa names for all our contenders, just hate the one for Elizabeth. Ugh......

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Sparkly

(24,149 posts)
54. No, but he could.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:19 PM
Apr 2019

So I don't think "what he might say" should be a disqualifier.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
36. The bullying question. Glad he asked it.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:44 PM
Apr 2019

She believes people are more concerned with their families than name calling.

I’m not entirely sure I agree with that where the base is concerned. But there’s that big middle ground.

I don’t guess there’s much to say about being smeared. Talk about the vision.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

elleng

(130,974 posts)
42. Supports Green New Deal.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:52 PM
Apr 2019

Drilling + Mining moratorium in Federal lands on day one.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
43. Climate: I'm a strong supporter of the Green New Deal
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:53 PM
Apr 2019

And some good detail re infrastructure. No mining or drilling on federal lands. Change of direction on leadership re climate change. No coal lobbies.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

nolabear

(41,987 posts)
46. Well that ended quickly. Btw Twitter is loving her.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:57 PM
Apr 2019

The minions are there but they sound stupid against the enthusiastic people listening g and learning about her.

That was fun!

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

Uncle Joe

(58,366 posts)
48. Elizabeth did well.
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:59 PM
Apr 2019


Thanks for the thread nolabear.
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

Cornus

(871 posts)
49. So many great candidates...
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 08:59 PM
Apr 2019

...and Elizabeth is one of the best.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
 

samnsara

(17,623 posts)
52. she did a very good job
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 09:04 PM
Apr 2019
If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Joe Biden
 

artislife

(9,497 posts)
62. This was a pleasure to read
Mon Apr 22, 2019, 10:26 PM
Apr 2019

She is exceptional.

If I were to vote in a presidential
primary today, I would vote for:
Undecided
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