Zenobiyl Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 @Timur@MrPotatoTed Can you guys do an announcement post? We are waiting for everyone to do one before the RP can start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPotatoTed Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Zenobiyl said: @Timur@MrPotatoTed Can you guys do an announcement post? We are waiting for everyone to do one before the RP can start. (Sorry, only have time for a brief write up today -- it's my daughter's 8th birthday!) Senator Ted Kennedy announced that he will once again run for President, following his failed interparty challenge to President Carter last cycle. He promised his campaign will highlight the continued need for expansion on voting rights, championing women's rights, funding against the AIDS epidemic, ensuring healthcare coverage for the unemployed, and ending Reagan's aggressively dangerous provocations against the Soviet Union. Asked what lessons he learned from his failed run in 1980, Kennedy countered that he hoped it was Democrat voters who had learned something. "I tried to warn them that Carter was on the wrong path. They didn't listen, and they lost. Now I hope they'll listen as I lay out my plan to stop Reagan." Edited May 10, 2021 by MrPotatoTed 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rezi Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 This was it, the moment Joe Biden had been planning since 1972. The moderate senator from Delaware, perhaps foolishly, believed that he could be the one to take on the monolith of a politician named Ronald Reagan. After all, with how big of a loss was dealt to President Carter just 4 years ago, how could any democrat reasonably believe that they could actually win? Well, Joe Biden did. The man was no stranger to beating popular incumbents, taking down J. Caleb Boggs in 1972 despite the Nixon landslide of that year. Biden had all that was needed to take down a man like Reagan: Charisma, energy, and vigor. He would present heavily with his family, knowing how voters could be wooed over by the sight of what appeared to be the perfect American nuclear family. Biden would focus on his record working across the aisle, and present himself as a moderate solution, one who could unify the nation for 8 years and leave it off in a better place than where it started. Could he do it? Only time would tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timur Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 LaRouche announces his campaign starting his rally with a classical music concert. He promises that he will not serve the interests of the British, claiming that their Queen is involved in drug trade. He calls Henry Kissinger "Satanic" and that anyone who Jimmy Carter backs must be stopped at all costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fbarbarossa Posted May 12, 2021 Author Share Posted May 12, 2021 Announcements: Fritz Hollings (3) Hollings is not well recieved. While his announcement is well thought out it doesn't strike the right cord among modern democrats. John Glenn (5) John Glenn gives a good speech but seems to generate little excitement around his campaign. Geraldine Ferraro (4) Ferraro gives a decent announcement but her lack of name recognition means that it doesn't go far. Shirley Chisholm (3) Chisholm's radical announcement doesn't quite land. While she was always going to be controversial the lack of excitement makes her more so. Henry Cisneros (9) Cisneros explodes onto the scene! Whether it be his youth, charisma or just the lack of excitement around the other candidates Cisneros is already making a splash! Jesse Jackson (3) Falling the same way as Chisholm Jackson's progressive announcement rubs some the wrong way Ted Kennedy (10!) Kennedy is running!! Cheers surround the youngest Kennedy's announcement and crowds swarm him as he leaves. Interviewers have a hard time picking up his responses over the crowds noise. The Democrats love a Kennedy. Joe Biden (10!) Biden comes out of nowhere! He's young but experienced and has taken on "unbeatable" Republicans before! Biden brings a new youthful energy to the party, edging on Cisneros's territory. Lyndon LaRouche (6) LaRouche is far from popular but he can stir up the media. His odd announcement stays in the news. Polls: Ted Kennedy - 24.1% (+2.1%) John Glenn - 11.5% (-0.5%) Joe Biden - 10.2% (+2.2%) Fritz Hollings - 7.9% (-1.1%) Henry Cisneros - 5.8% (+2.5%) Jesse Jackson - 3.2% (-0.8%) Shirley Chisholm - 3.1% (-0.7%) Geraldine Ferraro - 1.9% (-0.3%) Lyndon LaRouche - 0.5% (+0.1%) @MrPotatoTed @Sean F Kennedy @Rezi @Zenobiyl @WVProgressive @The Blood @Mishfox @Hestia @Timur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blood Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 1. Jesse Jackson will announce a "Southern Tour" to hit black communities across key Southern states, gathering up support with his message of progressive policy and social & economic justice, first hitting the state of Alabama. 2. Next, Jesse will hit Georgia, hitting the state hard as he discusses his expansive plan for a single-payer healthcare system in America. 3. Finally, Jesse will hit the state of Florida, hitting black communities in the state as he barnstorms in at churches and community gatherings throughout the land. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean F Kennedy Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 1. John Glenn will campaign in Iowa trying to use some of his mid western appeal in the first caucus state. 2. John Glenn will campaign in New Hampshire talking about education being the forefront of the battle against communism. 3. Finally John Glenn will campaign in Minnesota attempting to gain the support of former vice president Walter Mondale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenobiyl Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 Event 1: Fritz Hollings seeks the endorsement of Alabama senator Howell Heflin [D]. Hollings brings up their shared conservative stances and southern camaraderie. Hollings also promises to back the senator on opposition to gun control and abortion. Hollings hopes to first unite his southern base fully, before moving to the rest of the party. Event 2: Fritz Hollings seeks the endorsement of Wyoming governor Edgar Herschler [D]. Hollings promises to protect farming subsidies as president, and brings up his hunger fighting programs as a great benefit to the average American farmer. Hollings hopes to win over farmers and small staters, along with getting a solid boost in the early state of Wyoming. Event 3: Fritz Hollings seeks the endorsement of Georgia senator Samuel Nunn [D]. As a prominent southern conservative, Hollings believes Nunn will prove crucial in improving Holling’s credibility with southern voters. Hollings mentions their shared conservatism, and pledges to oppose any efforts to further strain the budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WVProgressive Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 Henry Cisneros goes after Gary Hart's endorsement, citing how both of them represent a moderate future for the Democratic party Cisneros then commissions Raymond Strother to lead his media campaign, with the first piece being a television ad in the early primary states that capitalizes on Cisneros' youth, and bipartisanship. Cisneros goes to Iowa, seeking out Reagan Democrats, to see if he can sway them back into his colum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mishfox Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 Shirley Chisholm campaigns in Vermont Shirley Chisholm campaigns in Vermont Shirley Chisholm campaigns in Vermont Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hestia Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 Geraldine Ferraro campaigns across New Hampshire hoping to catch a few sparks in the liberal Democratic primary. Rep. Ferraro will try to get Rep. Tom Harkin (D-IA) to endorse her campaign at an event in Des Moines. Ferraro will end the week in Florida where she barnstorms in some of the southern area of the state. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenobiyl Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 @Timur@MrPotatoTed you each get 3 events Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPotatoTed Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 1. Teddy campaigns in Los Angeles, and seeks the endorsement of Jerry Brown. 2. Teddy heads to Iowa, reigniting his supporters with his message about rebuilding Camelot. 3. Teddy holds a rally in New Hampshire, decrying Reagan's provocations against Russia -- "This isn't a movie, Mr. President. Your cowboy routine is going to get us all killed." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rezi Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 Event 1: Joe Biden will hold a rally in Des Moines, where he calls for stricter rules on drugs to protect the nation's children. Event 2: Joe Biden will request an endorsement from Senate Minority Leader Robert Byrd, citing their shared conservative views on many issues. Event 3: Joe Biden releases an ad across Iowa and New Hampshire appealing to the younger generation, trying to paint himself as a next generation version of John F. Kennedy, a young catholic who can inspire a generation of voters. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timur Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 1. Lyndon LaRouche campaigns in Iowa touting the fact that he had predicted the 1980 economic crisis. 2.LaRouche campaigns in NH calling for an end to all intervention in foreign countries "in the interests of the British." 3.LaRouche campaigns in AL declaring his support for the Strategic Defense Initiative which would protect America from the "imminent war." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fbarbarossa Posted May 13, 2021 Author Share Posted May 13, 2021 ngs Jesse Jackson - (9) Alabama isn't the most progressive state, but that doesn't mean no progs are there! Jackson taps into an un-tapped faction, they're not the biggest but a progressive being seen on TV with a cheering crowd in Alabama is a feat! (6) Surprisingly, the Georgia crowd isn't as welcoming as Alabama. Jackson makes some solid points and comes across well but is unable to repeat his success. (2) Florida isn't the most receptive to radical ideas. Jackson seems to have trouble holding on the to the electricity that he found in Alabama of all places. Overall: 2, Jackson makes a string start but wanes soon after --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- John Glenn - (2) Glenn comes across as pandering, trying to appear blue collar after a technocratic announcement isn't the best strategy. (8) Glenn is a hit! Sticking to the message of the campaign and throwing in some Cold War shtick seems to be the formula. (6) The former VP isn't going to involve himself so soon, however, Glenn isn't rejected and the campaigning in Minnesota goes well enough. Overall: 1, Glenn stumbled at the beginning of the week but managed to style it out --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fritz Hollings - (4) Heflin refuses, it's too early in the day to announce anything just yet. (6) Herchler doesn't endorse just yet, but gives Hollings a good word. Wyoming is welcoming. (9) Nunn endorses! Endorsements this early are rare so Hollings seems to already have something that his contenders don't! This could legitimize him... Overall: 4, Holllings is playing establishment and it's working. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Henry Cisneros - (3) Cisneros should be endorsing Hart. The Colorado Senator is high profile and a strong endorsement, he's not going to stake anything on an underdog unless something big happens. (7) The ad is a success! Reagan is the oldest ever President and from a Red state. Cisneros is one of the youngest contenders and... From a red tilting state, optics are good, (8) Cisneros comes across well, Reagan democrats are a mix of those who think that the President is doing a good job and are uninspired by the Democrats. Is Reagan doing a god job? Yes. Is Cisneros inspiring them? Yes Overall: 3, Cisneros has a long road ahead of him but if he keeps up is pace he could get there. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shirley Chisholm (4)(5)(8) Chisholm goes at Vermont with tunnel vision and it looks to be working. Overall: 2, Chisholm is building up a firm north east base. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Geraldine Ferraro (7) A New Yorker doesn't have to go far to get to New Hampshire, they have a fair amount in common because of this and Ferraro is able to hit home. (7) Harkin endorses! The Iowa senator does a lot to add legitimacy to the Representatives campaign, on top of that the Iowa rally is a hit! (3) Ferraro doesn't manage to keep up her streak in Florida. She doesn't hugely embarrass herself but that's the only positive. Overall: 2, Ferraro gives a flying start but starts dragging her feet. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ted Kennedy (4) Brown doesn't outright decline, but he ran against Kennedy and Carter in 1980 so the Massachusetts Senator has to prove himself. (10!) Ted Kennedy is a Kennedy, and that comes with a certain amount of Charisma. That shows in Iowa and like his announcement Kennedy is swarmed as he leaves the stage and can barely talk to the media over the noise of the excited crowd. (2) Kennedy comes across a little too angry. The attack doesn't really land and the Senator doesn't come out looking great. Overall: 2, Kennedy stumbled but his hit rally in Iowa manages to overpower the gaffes on the news. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Joe Biden (2) Protecting children from drugs isn't really a new idea nor one that people need a politician to specify. Biden doesn't make a mark. (9) Byrd endorses! With a strong speech delivered by the minority leader on TV Biden is given a great bump of support. (2) Biden says this while there is a Kennedy running. Overall: -2, Despite a strong endorsement Biden fails to deliver in person. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lyndon LaRouche (5) LaRouche makes a good point but delivers in a bland way. (2) After the US stayed out of the Falklands the point doesn't make LaRouche seem intelligent. (7) LaRouche makes a decent point sprinkled with fear mongering. An excellent recipe. Overall: -1, LaRouche isn't popular and despite a good appearance he his still held back by some bad ones. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timur Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 (edited) LaRouche campaigns in Michigan calling for better relations with Saddam Hussein and an end to the relationship with Israel or "The Zionists" as he calls them. LaRouche campaigns in Mississippi calling rock-n'-roll a degenerating influence on society. LaRouche campaigns in California calling for all Americans to be tested for AIDS and for quarantining all HIV/AIDS patients. Edited May 13, 2021 by Timur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timur Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 2 minutes ago, Timur said: LaRouche campaigns in Michigan calling for better relations with Saddam Hussein and an end to the relationship with Israel or "The Zionists" as he calls them. LaRouche campaigns in Mississippi calling rock-n'-roll a degenerating influence on society. LaRouche campaigns in California calling for all Americans to be tested for AIDS and for quarantining all HIV/AIDS patients. I'm sorry if anyone gets offended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zenobiyl Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 1. Fritz Hollings campaigns in Wyoming on his dedication to representing farmers in the fly over states that other Democrats don’t bother to visit. 2. Fritz Hollings seeks the endorsement of Alabama governor George Wallace. 3. Fritz Hollings campaigns with Texas Democrats on his opposition to gun control and support for domestic oil price supports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mishfox Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 Shirley Chisholm campaigns in Vermont Shirley Chisholm campaigns in Vermont Shirley Chisholm campaigns in Vermont 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPotatoTed Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 1. Teddy heads to Philadelphia for a rally, where he'll seek the endorsement of beloved television star and definitely family-friendly, scandal-free, aspirational black person Bill Cosby. ;c) 2. Then it's off to Detroit for another rally, and seeking the endorsement of hometown hero and PI Magnum himself, Tom Selleck! 3. Down to Dallas, Texas, where he'll hold a rally in Dealey Plaza -- the very location where JFK was shot, promising to deliver on the promises made by both of his brothers before their lives were so cruely taken from them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean F Kennedy Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 1. John Glenn campaigns in New Hampshire, he will promote his plans for healthcare which includes a public option. He hopes this will help turn out liberal Democrats. 2. Glenn will campaign in California where he will meet with various liberal actors such as Danny DeVito, Martin Sheen and Chevy Chase as her hopes to drive attention to his campaign. 3. John Glenn will campaign at Iowa State University trying to drive youth turnout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rezi Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Biden campaigns 2x in Iowa and 1x in Vermont Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mishfox Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 1 hour ago, Rezi said: Biden campaigns 2x in Iowa and 1x in Vermont Please get out of vermont it’s my state 1 1 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hestia Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Ferraro will campaign once each in Iowa, New Hampshire and Vermont putting forward her claim to the womens vote and mainstream liberals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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