Populist Reform of the Democratic Party

historylovr

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5. Anytime one gains popularity or power through mass appeal or through a victory, etc.,

Thu Jul 23, 2015, 10:03 AM

Jul 2015

there is a risk that that person will let it go to his or her head. The tell is in how that person behaves afterwards.

I think he's getting such huge crowds and such loud applause because, to paraphrase The American President, people are tired of drinking sand and are thirsty for water, because finally, we understand the difference. Bernie is a pretty level-headed guy, as far as I've ever seen. When he says this campaign isn't about him, I believe him.

I agree, though, that we shouldn't idolize people. Okay, Stevie Nicks, maybe, but she's where I draw the line.

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Just realized: Two of my prior OPs show that most Americans are Democratic Socialists. [View all] merrily Jul 2015 OP

Bernie Sanders: "Powerful interests...hate my guts, and I welcome their hatred" Triana Jul 2015 #1

Imagine people applauding you like that? No wonder politicians and celebrities merrily Jul 2015 #2

Anytime one gains popularity or power through mass appeal or through a victory, etc., historylovr Jul 2015 #5

Kicked and recommended to the Max! Enthusiast Jul 2015 #3

Thanks! merrily Jul 2015 #4

K&R 4 our social evolution Cosmic Kitten Jul 2015 #6

Thanks, Cosmic Kitten. merrily Jul 2015 #7

In polls in this country 7 out of 10 young people want a Democratic European Style sabrina 1 Jul 2015 #8

Either they are actually clueless or it's more convenient for them to pretend to be clueless. merrily Jul 2015 #9

I forgot to K&R yesterday marym625 Sep 2015 #10

Yep. As my post said, another name would be easier. However, I like the idea merrily Sep 2015 #11

Absolutely! marym625 Sep 2015 #12