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252. You might want to expand that to include

Sun Jul 21, 2024, 04:36 PM

Jul 2024

all of the post hides during that period.

Just discussing the reasons why people were urging Biden to withdraw was frequently deemed a rule violation.

I also urge everyone to not lose focus on the objective. The presidency is the objective, which specific person we select is not to run is not.

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Biden is out. Let me tell you what is going to happen next on DU. [View all] EarlG Jul 2024 OP

You rock cilla4progress Jul 2024 #1

I'm donating all my free money to Harris through DU's links TheBlackAdder Jul 2024 #240

I am focusing my wrath on the billionaire class of Democrats ZonkerHarris Jul 2024 #2

Specifically the AI and crypto bros. blm Jul 2024 #33

This message was self-deleted by its author Hiawatha Pete Jul 2024 #97

Yup. AleksS Jul 2024 #118

Eyes on the Prize ElleMac Jul 2024 #180

welcome to DU! LymphocyteLover Jul 2024 #209

Amen roscoeroscoe Jul 2024 #285

Welcome! NoSheep Jul 2024 #313

+infinity RandomNumbers Jul 2024 #250

I think George Clooney was pissed that his wife didn't get "honored" for her work on a panel awhile back. CentralMass Jul 2024 #148

That seems speculative Bucky Jul 2024 #318

Of course. I was speculating. CentralMass Jul 2024 #319

I'm focusing my wrath on the billionaires, markodochartaigh Jul 2024 #202

Until we get rid DownriverDem Jul 2024 #247

and we won't need any pesky primaries either ZonkerHarris Jul 2024 #268

are their donations flowing in TONIGHT? Captain Zero Jul 2024 #276

I agree with everything except the amensty. Just because the got the outcome they wanted doesn't mean they weren't DFab420 Jul 2024 #3

Yes, there was a certain poster I was glad to see gone. NBachers Jul 2024 #143

+1 demmiblue Jul 2024 #244

Thank you, EarlG NYC Liberal Jul 2024 #4

I agree. Looking backwards is an exercise in futility. SlimJimmy Jul 2024 #320

Damn, you're good Lulu KC Jul 2024 #5

Thank you EarlG MustLoveBeagles Jul 2024 #6

Wise move, Earl! True Dough Jul 2024 #7

I'm still going to vote Siwsan Jul 2024 #8

Same here. I will vote but that's it. we can do it Jul 2024 #11

I understand your emotion. Myself, I am heartbroken. totodeinhere Jul 2024 #70

The rest of the democratic world is counting on You luvtheGWN Jul 2024 #75

in a state of shock here , but will support all dems. AllaN01Bear Jul 2024 #100

I'm going to vote but I'm also going to be doing a lot more than that. chowder66 Jul 2024 #93

That's how I feel too. Susan Calvin Jul 2024 #53

Same here Colorado Liberal Jul 2024 #77

I'm also in tears soldierant Jul 2024 #151

Hopeless ???? Oh please. Buck up, it is cheerleader in me... Get strong,, dont cry Trueblue1968 Jul 2024 #106

I'm just so emotionally exhausted from so much loss, over the past month, actually Siwsan Jul 2024 #127

Siwsan so sorry you work so hard for your kittens thinkingagain Jul 2024 #193

Hang in there, Siwsan.... COL Mustard Jul 2024 #239

I know what a wonderful person you Are. Cat lover. Hubby cared for feral cats too. Trueblue1968 Jul 2024 #289

It's okay to cry! luvallpeeps Jul 2024 #225

I don't care who the Democratic candidate is, nothing will keep me from voting straight "D" in November. sop Jul 2024 #121

Same here. Siwsan Jul 2024 #133

And me as well 10 Turtle Day Jul 2024 #155

The best president in my lifetime by a long shot!! OrwellwasRight Jul 2024 #296

That's exactly how I feel. Glorfindel Jul 2024 #178

Don't worry. You'll become excited about Harris the more you hear from her Bucky Jul 2024 #310

I've always supported her. In fact, before Joe entered the race, she was #1 for me Siwsan Jul 2024 #315

I've got boodles of optimism. You can borrow some of mine when you're ready Bucky Jul 2024 #316

Thanks. I'm just going through a very rough patch Siwsan Jul 2024 #317

What about those who had posts hidden defending Biden? we can do it Jul 2024 #9

Apparently we aren't important enough for a reply or consideration. we can do it Jul 2024 #291

You ARE important. You DO matter. Bucky Jul 2024 #311

Thanks EarlG proud patriot Jul 2024 #10

Sounds good! Elessar Zappa Jul 2024 #12

Absolutely. Appreciate you guiding DU all these years, and especially the past few unprecedented months. Silent Type Jul 2024 #13

I am disappointed, but I am also well aware that we must NOW unite behind whoever that nominee is. While I assume it JohnSJ Jul 2024 #14

This is going to be a shit show LetMyPeopleVote Jul 2024 #15

Yep. ms liberty Jul 2024 #45

This will not bode well Farmer-Rick Jul 2024 #65

Tears followed by gratitude for Joe giving Kamala yorkster Jul 2024 #94

Yes it will be, and it has been. And it didn't need to be. RandomNumbers Jul 2024 #265

Beg to Differ roscoeroscoe Jul 2024 #287

Amen and amen. Rally folks! paleotn Jul 2024 #16

People have a right to be mad Doc Sportello Jul 2024 #17

It's time HighFired49 Jul 2024 #167

First we have to get her selected as our candidate. quaint Jul 2024 #173

Nooooooo! LeftLife Jul 2024 #18

thanks Kali Jul 2024 #19

You got it. All hands on deck for democracy. riversedge Jul 2024 #20

Newsum is my candidate LiberaBlueDem Jul 2024 #21

Post removed Post removed Jul 2024 #28

I am happy with Governor Newsom's running of our state. quaint Jul 2024 #89

good to know WhiteTara Jul 2024 #139

I doubt he will be a candidate. If he pushes Kamala out, I will be upset. quaint Jul 2024 #152

news reposrts re him/California WhiteTara Jul 2024 #156

Charismatic is not an action word.. Tikki Jul 2024 #224

We are Extremely happy with Gavin Newsom as Governor of California.. Tikki Jul 2024 #177

ICYMI: Gavin Newsom endorses Kamala Harris quaint Jul 2024 #302

Same! Polybius Jul 2024 #170

Thank you Pisces Jul 2024 #22

The Democratic candidate has my full support. Blue Cape Jul 2024 #23

Oh, I will do it, but I don't like it. Butterflylady Jul 2024 #24

Well said. Music Man Jul 2024 #25

I have the greatest respect for President Biden COL Mustard Jul 2024 #26

K & R SunSeeker Jul 2024 #27

I'm numb, I can't feel anything PatSeg Jul 2024 #29

OMG.... Hope22 Jul 2024 #59

I know, I am speechless PatSeg Jul 2024 #76

Yes........ Hope22 Jul 2024 #114

Devestated! True Blue American Jul 2024 #163

A TRUE Democrat would NEVER allow TFG return to the White House bluestarone Jul 2024 #30

A true AMERICAN wouldnt want Trump to return to the WH. oldsoftie Jul 2024 #235

YES! bluestarone Jul 2024 #253

In my home, we are ready to roll AverageOldGuy Jul 2024 #31

I too, was riding with Biden thinkingagain Jul 2024 #186

i didn't know this happened. barbtries Jul 2024 #32

Yes. All hands on deck. We have to win - for the country, and for Joe. highplainsdem Jul 2024 #34

Very fair and though I am so sad I will NOT let media Tadpole Raisin Jul 2024 #35

It's more important than ever to fight the good fight. SupportSanity Jul 2024 #259

This message was self-deleted by its author bigtree Jul 2024 #36

Please don't leave. Moosepoop Jul 2024 #122

Bigtree, your voice is sorely needed. Please take whatever break you spooky3 Jul 2024 #131

just a break bigtree Jul 2024 #303

Now is not the time to pick up your toys and go home. totodeinhere Jul 2024 #161

That's a bs reply BWdem4life Jul 2024 #221

I'll do everything I can to get a Democrat elected in November, bluesbassman Jul 2024 #37

Thanks for this. We have a lot of work to do here. nt ramen Jul 2024 #38

I'm crying. greatauntoftriplets Jul 2024 #39

i'm crying too. nt orleans Jul 2024 #43

Now is the time for crying. totodeinhere Jul 2024 #63

People are entitled tol experience and to fully express their emotions right now . . . markpkessinger Jul 2024 #132

Me four! Niagara Jul 2024 #136

I am sad for Joe Biden, but we must carry on. This election is too critical. Vote blue no matter who!! 33taw Jul 2024 #40

I'm not sad for Joe, I am sad for the U.S. RandomNumbers Jul 2024 #266

I am sad for Joe Biden. He clearly is struggling with aging.conract you local delegates and voice your 33taw Jul 2024 #280

I'm "struggling with aging" too - but I can still run circles around the youngsters RandomNumbers Jul 2024 #286

I'm still addressing my GOTV postcards to newly registered Democrats and No Party Declareds. dobleremolque Jul 2024 #41

President Biden has endorsed Vice President Harris Sparkly Jul 2024 #42

Disagree Polybius Jul 2024 #176

As far as attacking Harris catchnrelease Jul 2024 #208

Yep Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Jul 2024 #245

Let's go Kamala! kellytore Jul 2024 #44

Thx, EG... ultralite001 Jul 2024 #46

Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead! William769 Jul 2024 #47

Thank you EarlG Mr.WeRP Jul 2024 #48

Okay. Congratulations, President _______. dchill Jul 2024 #49

I understand but I don't agree with people not being able to say if, because of Biden not being on the race, Escurumbele Jul 2024 #50

I always supported this decision, was not aware of these mchill Jul 2024 #256

I didn't realize I was replying to you in my previous comment, but mchill Jul 2024 #258

OMFG!!! And that is all that I can say at this point. wnylib Jul 2024 #51

Together... ultralite001 Jul 2024 #52

EarlG for President! nolabear Jul 2024 #54

the only thing certain people deserve DonCoquixote Jul 2024 #55

Yup, because it never really was about his age or competence. StarryNite Jul 2024 #171

Thank you, EarlG gademocrat7 Jul 2024 #56

Thanks EarlG. I think that is a reasonable policy. totodeinhere Jul 2024 #57

We have to win this. lives are on the line quakerboy Jul 2024 #58

Thank you mamacita75 Jul 2024 #60

This makes sense. GoYouPackersGo Jul 2024 #61

Thank you. We're in this together. farmboy Jul 2024 #62

Thanks for this. spicysista Jul 2024 #64

democracy v. fascism stollen Jul 2024 #66

E Pluribus Umun mjvpi Jul 2024 #67

I thought President Biden was a great President! BlueKota Jul 2024 #68

I thought he was a great President too dai13sy Jul 2024 #205

Ty, Earl. I'm crying, Stunned, and (still) Ready to GOTV hopefully for Kanala, but whomever. electric_blue68 Jul 2024 #69

Post removed Post removed Jul 2024 #71

Thank you EarlG for this place. mahina Jul 2024 #72

If it's a Democrat ...I'll vote for a canned ham. MiHale Jul 2024 #73

Does that mean there will be no more smears against our elected Democrats allowed? Autumn Jul 2024 #74

We are only human. There is a lot of emotion right now. I think it will be totodeinhere Jul 2024 #86

Many thanks for your calm guidance BonnieJW Jul 2024 #78

thank you , thank you , thank you times 1000000. AllaN01Bear Jul 2024 #79

I am heartbroken. AllyCat Jul 2024 #80

Get used to saying President-For-Life Trump ArkansasDemocrat1 Jul 2024 #81

Do you have the means to help get out the vote? Niagara Jul 2024 #129

I'm Deaf and living on SSD ArkansasDemocrat1 Jul 2024 #138

I understand that Niagara Jul 2024 #144

I feel your pain as well cheezmaka Jul 2024 #219

What sucks bad Elessar Zappa Jul 2024 #194

Omg! I'm just learning the news! 😮😮😮 ecstatic Jul 2024 #82

Thank you! mia Jul 2024 #83

"All hands on deck" INDEED! Drum Jul 2024 #84

Appreciate the heads up. Thank you so much. emulatorloo Jul 2024 #85

Harris will carry on his policies Beck23 Jul 2024 #87

JB PRITZKER! KICKS ASS AND TAKES NAME KAMALA VP Bluethroughu Jul 2024 #88

My entire focus will be the defeat of Donald Trump by a member of the Democratic Party. gordianot Jul 2024 #90

That has to be the focus of ALL Democrats Jarqui Jul 2024 #112

My heart is in pieces some_of_us_are_sane Jul 2024 #91

i feel Joes health is paramount and I will support the Dem ticket even if its samnsara Jul 2024 #92

At the end of the day, we are all Democrats. BarbD Jul 2024 #95

That's wishful thinking BWdem4life Jul 2024 #229

Thanks EarlG! No question I'm voting blue IzzaNuDay Jul 2024 #96

I STILL trust Joe Biden. He made this decision so that we can WIN against that OPOS Maru Kitteh Jul 2024 #98

I am hope full that this will be Arne Jul 2024 #99

My hope for Biden Lulu Latech Jul 2024 #101

Thank you for this reminder... liberalla Jul 2024 #102

Still in the first phase of shock. Meanwhile -- thank you for your steady hand. Hekate Jul 2024 #103

Appreciate that. Thanks Earl. meadowlander Jul 2024 #104

I was hoping not to hear this news. DFW Jul 2024 #105

That was exactly my thought... sanduca Jul 2024 #107

No problem Earl... I'm with you all the way!! InAbLuEsTaTe Jul 2024 #108

Thank you! Grumpy Old Guy Jul 2024 #109

I didn't see this announcement coming at all Niagara Jul 2024 #110

EarlG is the GOAT! sarchasm Jul 2024 #111

Thank you EarlG mountain grammy Jul 2024 #113

I disagree on the Amnesty JustAnotherGen Jul 2024 #115

I agree with amnesty. totodeinhere Jul 2024 #150

The posts weren't removed for predicting he would drop out BWdem4life Jul 2024 #233

I'm going back to JustAnotherGen Jul 2024 #234

Voting Harris but after Nov 7th kansasobama Jul 2024 #116

I hope by then all the names will be documented FakeNoose Jul 2024 #215

My party, right or wrong, is still my party. lpbk2713 Jul 2024 #117

You are very fair, very reasonable, and thoughtful of Ilsa Jul 2024 #119

Blue no matter who has to be our rallying cry! ybbor Jul 2024 #120

Thank you for being the calm in a storm - TBF Jul 2024 #123

All Hands on Deck... Mike Nelson Jul 2024 #124

Thanks, EarlG Iris Jul 2024 #125

Thank you, EarlG. Nt spooky3 Jul 2024 #126

One of the best aspects of DU was that we can have discussions without STFU arguments... Renew Deal Jul 2024 #128

Thank you, Earl BoRaGard Jul 2024 #130

Thank you. Ms. Toad Jul 2024 #134

New member long time reader Xiluleke Jul 2024 #135

Biden endorsed Kamala Harris. Lunabell Jul 2024 #137

As always, perfectly timed and perfectly stated. NewHendoLib Jul 2024 #140

I'll tell you what happens The Bopper Jul 2024 #141

I think most of your friends will come around BWdem4life Jul 2024 #236

No Matter What happens, TRUMP will never gain from my vote. I'll take whoever is on the DEM ticket. dreamland Jul 2024 #142

I will vote for the nominee. redstatebluegirl Jul 2024 #145

I am totally FUCKING devastated!!! Trueblue Texan Jul 2024 #146

Thanks, EarlG. It's a pretty exciting development. RussBLib Jul 2024 #147

Thanks! A sound decision, promptly made. farmbo Jul 2024 #149

Thanks. I'm still Reeling from Cha Jul 2024 #153

Well Done, EarlG. I am truly impressed with and admire your leadership.. msfiddlestix Jul 2024 #154

I imagine the Secret Service will now get more funding. 3825-87867 Jul 2024 #157

I will of course vote Democratic but I hope there is an opportunity to select a candidate. CentralMass Jul 2024 #158

I'm pretty sure it will be Harris. Elessar Zappa Jul 2024 #263

I will never vote for TFG or any other non Demorat. But I too angry be on DU for a while. marble falls Jul 2024 #159

EarlG MuseRider Jul 2024 #160

I've already been talking to my family about this. duncang Jul 2024 #162

Supporting VP Harris or whoever is the Democratic Candidate liberal N proud Jul 2024 #164

Well my heart is broken justcheckinin Jul 2024 #165

I wasn't going to come back on line, sagetea Jul 2024 #166

Will there be primary forums added like there were in 2016? Polybius Jul 2024 #168

You know they'll choose some center right, spineless nebbish nobody ever heard of Warpy Jul 2024 #169

It's going to be Kamala Harris. Elessar Zappa Jul 2024 #264

It had better be Harris, Warpy Jul 2024 #273

If I were the Republicans right now... 3825-87867 Jul 2024 #172

Thanks, first comment that hasn't made me want to cry harder. Biophilic Jul 2024 #228

Beyond pissed and feel completely betrayed edisdead Jul 2024 #174

Acknowledged and thank you, Earl. n/t PatrickforB Jul 2024 #175

Joe's opinion is the only one I accept. Kamala! Bring It. The Felon, and Kamala For The Prosecution!!! Must See TV!!!!! BurnDoubt Jul 2024 #179

Issues have not changed--VOTE BLUE JJ101 Jul 2024 #181

I'm not disappointed, I'm furious. The wealthy, powerful, connected and the media who love/are them ms liberty Jul 2024 #182

The good news is that it will probably be Harris. Elessar Zappa Jul 2024 #267

Presidential elections are about SCOTUS. Get on the Harris wagon now and stay there. New Haven Jul 2024 #183

Thank you, EarlG. Blue Dawn Jul 2024 #184

I decided to take the day off politics for my mental health Tree Lady Jul 2024 #185

Heartbroken though I am, thank you for being the voice of reason. Cassidy Jul 2024 #187

I love Joe Biden and he did what he set out to do. infullview Jul 2024 #188

i respect his decision and support Kamala. keithbvadu2 Jul 2024 #189

Yeah, that's their next predictable step Farmer-Rick Jul 2024 #197

A sad day. My heart's with Joe, but I'll be voting blue no matter who. chia Jul 2024 #190

As disappointing and yes, maddening as Pres Biden's decision may be... Wounded Bear Jul 2024 #191

I'm disappointed but- WmChris Jul 2024 #192

As usual and as I have said in the past, I trust the delegates LiberalArkie Jul 2024 #195

I will vote for a rock, if it's the Democratic nominee. Beacool Jul 2024 #196

And now you're giving amnesty to all these trolls. ItsjustMe Jul 2024 #198

So, would saying I think the Democratic Party has acted dishonorably be a no-no? malthaussen Jul 2024 #199

Trump is worse than a garbage dump...He smells worse, and he is worse. .Anyone is better than Trump...I am better. Stuart G Jul 2024 #200

To say I'm thoroughly disgusted blue-wave Jul 2024 #201

life isn't fair, elections are corrupted by big money and we all must pay taxes, it is what it is. nt ImNotGod Jul 2024 #203

May be too much to ask boston bean Jul 2024 #204

I respect his choice. I'm sure it was made with the help of his family and close friends. lees1975 Jul 2024 #206

Defeat Trump Burnnotice Jul 2024 #207

VP pick gfarber Jul 2024 #210

Biden has endorsed Harris isn't she now the nominee npk Jul 2024 #211

That's not how it works VMA131Marine Jul 2024 #279

Wanted to repost on fb 90-percent Jul 2024 #212

It Takes A Big Man To Do What President Biden Just Did DallasNE Jul 2024 #213

Thanks. Just saw this after finishing a shopping trip. Crunchy Frog Jul 2024 #214

Let's go democrats! eric eckehiphjjooort Jul 2024 #216

Message auto-removed Name removed Jul 2024 #217

Amen, democracy is too important to be petty. usregimechange Jul 2024 #218

Thanks Earl G for your leadership. Biophilic Jul 2024 #220

Thank you, EarlG AmBlue Jul 2024 #222

This is the first time I have really been scared!! Dangling0826 Jul 2024 #223

This is Joe's worst decision since steventh Jul 2024 #226

Post removed Post removed Jul 2024 #227

Yes We Can!! markie Jul 2024 #230

Good Job EarlG. n/t marked50 Jul 2024 #231

I always felt the real trolls TheDemsshouldhireme Jul 2024 #232

One thing to determine rrrru4ril28 Jul 2024 #237

Harris 2024 Mr. Scorpio Jul 2024 #238

My First Post!! JoetheShow Jul 2024 #241

Welcome to DU! Elessar Zappa Jul 2024 #270

Welcome to DU, JoetheShow! calimary Jul 2024 #306

I'm disappointed but I will support Democrats all the way. less_engaged Jul 2024 #242

very sad...but will strongly support our next one DooverBeliever Jul 2024 #243

Who would be DownriverDem Jul 2024 #246

Thank you, Earl! maspaha Jul 2024 #248

Biden is old but his mind is still with us. Afrocat Jul 2024 #249

And too much of something else Lulu KC Jul 2024 #260

Heartbroken wordstroken Jul 2024 #251

Everything you said wordstroken FullySupportDems Jul 2024 #255

You might want to expand that to include Voltaire2 Jul 2024 #252

Thanks for your heartfelt message EarlG B.See Jul 2024 #254

EarlG, you run a nice tight ship. I see no problem. 634-5789 Jul 2024 #257

Thanks EarlG. Seems like a pretty sane decision. Not everyone will be happy. SupportSanity Jul 2024 #261

Hear, hear. minstrel76 Jul 2024 #262

I'm disappointed but there's no time to do anything but unite behind Kamala redqueen Jul 2024 #269

I SENT IN 250 DOLLARS TO KAMALA HARRIS CAMPAIGN YoshidaYui Jul 2024 #271

Let's not forget what's at stake NoNameGranny Jul 2024 #272

Many of us feel bad samplegirl Jul 2024 #274

Understood. joanbarnes Jul 2024 #275

Agree 100% with this position. SayItLoud Jul 2024 #277

So... Not so democratic underground, then? rwild1967 Jul 2024 #278

Could we please have at least one Dem debate before the convention??? snot Jul 2024 #281

Just heard one of the talking heads say TheDemsshouldhireme Jul 2024 #282

Kick BlueWavePsych Jul 2024 #283

Well expressed and AGREE 100+ percent recovering_democrat Jul 2024 #284

DU is an oasis of sanity. I appreciate the well-considered rules and guidelines that are in place to safeguard rational Martin68 Jul 2024 #288

My first post on DU (been following since 2003-2004ish) Dem4life1970 Jul 2024 #290

Welcome! TwilightZone Jul 2024 #293

Thank you! I have loved this group for 2 decades! Dem4life1970 Jul 2024 #325

I am donating to Harris ASAP Playingmantis Jul 2024 #292

DU needs to unite behind V.P. Harris! GoreWon2000 Jul 2024 #294

HARRIS 2024! God Bless America ......LET'S GO DEMOCRACY!!!! prodigitalson Jul 2024 #295

I donated and voted for Biden - now they are kicking him aside! hard2figure Jul 2024 #308

An 800 pound gorilla is what is about to crawl up a certain orange asshole and start to kicking prodigitalson Jul 2024 #312

Go Kamala! The public perceptions about Joe's age were insurmountable. Beakybird Jul 2024 #297

i love President Biden and Kamala Harris - the future President if we work hard to get her there samsingh Jul 2024 #298

UNITY NOW Generic Other Jul 2024 #299

This will likely last until Wednesday afternoon wyldwolf Jul 2024 #300

Great post and well stated. Magnanimous of you to grant amnesty. NT akbacchus_BC Jul 2024 #301

I am greatly relieved randr Jul 2024 #304

Thank EarlG bdamomma Jul 2024 #305

700+ recs has to be a record. Renew Deal Jul 2024 #307

I'd like that amnesty. Bucky Jul 2024 #309

I'm all in for the Democratic candidate Karma13612 Jul 2024 #314

WHO is that candidate supposed to be??? hard2figure Jul 2024 #321

I'm for whoever the nominee is. Hanzzy72 Jul 2024 #322

Sad about Joe, happy about Kamala Buzz cook Jul 2024 #323

The presumptive nominee is now Kamala Harris. You might want to edit the OP. SunSeeker Jul 2024 #324

Biden is out. Let me tell you what is going to happen next on DU. anilcnair Sep 17 #326