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In reply to the discussion: "THE RETURN OF THE DEMOCRATIC MANLY MAN" [View all]Torchlight
(7,428 posts)39. I tend to think that noise and stagecraft often get in the way
of the kind of steady, professional leadership that actually delivers results. Central Casting candidates at the expense of education, experience, insight, and behavior seems simply another variation compelling us to reduce standards of candidates in a race to the bottom with the GOP.
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And that was hidden for quite some time. Read the article; they mention women too
Callie1979
Sunday
#7
Do you think it's the party that doesn't want to elect a woman or the country as a whole?
BannonsLiver
Sunday
#18
I'm not concerned about testosterone levels, as a voter, I'm looking for integrity.
JustKay
Sunday
#5
Any criticism met with personal attack: must be old wealthy centrist/conservative who hates their policies.
betsuni
42 min ago
#62
I confess, I didn't have time to read the article. So I was pretty much joking, sorta.
LeftInTX
17 hrs ago
#44
So because of Fetterman it's not important to prioritize winning elections?
BannonsLiver
21 hrs ago
#34
Dear Goddess, I think I am going to be ill. First off, who is this jason person that
niyad
21 hrs ago
#31
The article also talks about solid women candidates. The Atlantic is a good publication.
Callie1979
1 hr ago
#60
The problem is in some cases Democrats allow Republicans to set the stage.................
Lovie777
16 hrs ago
#52
Old SNL Hans and Franz body builder skit where they say "girlie man" in Schwarzenegger accents
betsuni
18 hrs ago
#41
Guess you haven't seen him. 8% body fat. And he's 5'10. HE isnt the point.
Callie1979
57 min ago
#61