This is a big problem for Bernie — so why does he continue to keep her in the position? | by Carol Burt

Carol Burt

Jan 14, 2020·1 min read

This is a big problem for Bernie — so why does he continue to keep her in the position? I think because bad choices are a habit of his.

You know that I agree completely Bernie should not be our choice in the primary.

Is it not sad that our party loves shooting itself in the foot? Every fricking time. I always think about President Obama’s statement about our circular firing squad. It’s so frustrating.

Carol Burt

Former print journalist, former mayor, retired law enforcement officer. Writing about politics and government along with random personal essays.

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