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2016 Postmortem

Kalidurga

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11. I was torn about how to vote...

Reply to Tx4obama (Original post)

Sat Aug 11, 2012, 02:21 AM

Aug 2012

On one hand Mitt is that stupid. But, on the other hand he picked Ryan so that reeks of desperation. I think he knows, but he will keep going like he has a chance.

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Do you think that Mitt already knows he will probably lose the election? [View all] Tx4obama Aug 2012 OP

It depends... Drunken Irishman Aug 2012 #1

You think his family would tell him the truth, elleng Aug 2012 #4

I think Ann would. Drunken Irishman Aug 2012 #5

Yup... CaliforniaPeggy Aug 2012 #2

He knows what the polls are showing, elleng Aug 2012 #3

Ryan has nothing to lose by accepting the position on the ticket, see link below Tx4obama Aug 2012 #6

Everyone else turned their phone off davidpdx Aug 2012 #8

No. Candidates are always in a bubble, presidential candidates more so SheilaT Aug 2012 #7

I don't think he has that much self awareness. roguevalley Aug 2012 #9

He's arrogant and feels entitled Sugarcoated Aug 2012 #10

I was torn about how to vote... Kalidurga Aug 2012 #11

I think he knows the odds are bad...too much money has already been spent with no effect.... Rowdyboy Aug 2012 #12

What I'd like to know is Iwillnevergiveup Aug 2012 #13

Yes, he can for both. Tx4obama Aug 2012 #14

Mitt figures he can buy it. n/t ellisonz Aug 2012 #15

I'm certain he knows. HopeHoops Aug 2012 #16

Not yet. He still thinks his money will bury Obama. magical thyme Aug 2012 #17

Yes, with a big BUT. He is still hoping he can buy it though. Coyotl Aug 2012 #18

Networks Have Already dsteve01 Aug 2012 #19

I think he's counting on the 'rigging' and voting ID intimidation to pull it off. dmosh42 Aug 2012 #20

No, but all of his fundraisers do. CabCurious Aug 2012 #21