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McGovernForPrez
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« on: March 22, 2017, 09:08:10 AM »

Is there any particular reason why Inslee isn't ever seriously considered on this board or by prognosticators? Is it a low profile? A natural preference of the modern Democratic Party for Senate candidates? Bullock is a good candidate for a GE, don't get me wrong. But why doesn't Inslee get the same level of recognition?
I'd say there are two reasons. Unlike Bullock he's not the Governor of a red state. He's in charge of a coastal blue state so he gets less cred for being able to win over GOP voters. Also he's much more associated with the Clinton's and the new Democrats so I think that hurts him. Democrats should be eyeing someone who's a bit of a party outsider if they plan on beating Trump.
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McGovernForPrez
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« Reply #1 on: March 22, 2017, 12:39:21 PM »

Way too close to the center for the Bernie wing. So is Bullock.
I can't speak for Heinrich but Bullock has already earned himself some progressive streed cred when he fought against Citizens United as Montana Attorney General. As governor he really hasn't spoken about many national issues. He's free to position himself however he wants for a primary run, and his history of fighting against money in politics will go a long way with the Bernie faction.
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