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Sanders is under no obligation to run as a Democrat in the same way the Democratic Party is under no obligation to change protocol or devote resources to a cand
by intopieces 11y ago
Sanders is under no obligation to run as a Democrat in the same way the Democratic Party is under no obligation to change protocol or devote resources to a candidate that is not a member of their party. The Super delegate system has been in place for decades. In light of this information, the Sanders-side cry of foul rings especially hollow.
- enraged_camel 11y agoWhile true, if Sanders decides to run as an Independent, Republicans would win the election. This has happened before recently, with Nader. So it is in the Democratic party's best interest to support Sanders if he wins the popular vote. I suspect the superdelegates know this, too.
- intopieces 11y agoSanders deciding to sabotage the election of a left-leaning President would completely undermine his stated intentions for the office. Sanders needs the Democratic Party and its infrastructure. The Democratic Party does not need Sanders and has no reason to fear him.
- codingdave 11y agoUnless Trump also goes independent. A Sanders vs. Clinton vs. Cruz/Rubio/whoever vs. Trump general election would be... interesting.
- Jarwain 11y agoI don't think it would go well, because if none of the candidates reach a majority the decision goes to the house.