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[–] zbyte64@awful.systems 27 points 4 months ago (2 children)

Those suggesting other candidates should probably address the three issues AOC brought up:

  • Endorsements doesn't transfer
  • Campaign contributions doesn't transfer
  • Possible state level shenanigans by GOP to keep candidates chosen after some technicality off ballot

None of these issues exist if Biden simply steps down.

[–] andrewrgross 25 points 4 months ago

Just to be clear: this post is my way of endorsing Kamala.

Harris 2024! I'll certainly end up protesting something terrible she does, but when I do I will very much enjoy not being rounded up by the Department of Homeland Security for it.

[–] FlashMobOfOne@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Are you sure contributions don't transfer?

Wasn't the whole Clinton Victory Fund controversy about the Clintons seizing contributions to benefit their campaign from lesser tickets?

[–] zbyte64@awful.systems 0 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Huh, I guess you can do just about anything if you're willing to pay the political cost.

[–] FlashMobOfOne@lemmy.world 0 points 4 months ago

I'll admit I could be wrong, but I remember there being a ton of writing on this since Trump won the presidency AND Congress, which wasn't really expected at the time.