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Asserts "When he was running against Biden, then Harris, I didn't see one story about Trump's age"

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intitle:trump intitle:age before:2024-11-01 after:2024-03-01

The real complaint seems to be Biden was covered more, which makes sense as the President at the time.

Chapter mostly directed and about black women post-2024. Feels they are taken advantage of.

Believes Biden was great for women and minorities.

Discusses bad polling with both parties, especially Dems.

Argues being independent is a good way to be listened to, not ignored. Suggests not voting republican, but considering it if they support something you do (like charter schools).

Believes progressives should run a bot network to counter the right wing bot network.

Seems to mention progressive policies a bit more, critical of the Dem party.

Says you shouldn't vote third party, especially now.

Ultimately, appears to believe Independents receive more attention from party leadership and it gives you a place of leverage.

Alludes to running for office in the future.

Thinks Harris was set up for success.

When considering leaving the party, mentions not being able to be a republican in the current incarnation. But, Dems were in disarray.

To me, the subtext implies party loyalty was nearly as great as ideals and being Republican had a small consideration.

Directly states Dems should have ignored the bad debate, and stuck behind Biden like the Republicans would Trump. Republicans "whether out of fear or blind loyalty were in it to win it"

Quoted Biden as not being "surprised" Harris lost, due to racism and sexism. Doesn't address that he said he thought he would win.

Criticizes politicians for being public with their concerns, seemingly fails to factor in her complaints last chapter of "backstabbing" behind the scenes.

Felt betrayed by suggestions of an open convention, thought that the VP is owed to be the nominee next time.

Alleged behind the scenes pushing for a convention.

Talked about a coworker leaking things to the press to damage her, doesn't necessarily address if they were false.

Calls for building coalitions, like protecting immigrants with anti-abortion advocates.

References "9 timezones" Biden crossed as a reason for the Clooney experience. Sounds like a lot, but to be clear, that's 9 hours apart and an entire day to adjust on a private plane.

Exact times aren't available, but he left Friday night and arrived Saturday morning. Plenty of time for a nap (to prevent forgetting a friend) before a night event.