Joe Biden on 2016 decision: 'I regret it every day'

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Joe Biden on 2016 decision: 'I regret it every day'

Washington (CNN)Vice President Joe Biden says he regrets "every day" that he didn't enter the 2016 presidential race -- but his decision was in his family's best interests.

"I regret it every day, but it was the right decision for my family and for me. And I plan on staying deeply involved," Biden said in an interview with Connecticut NBC affiliate WVIT.

Biden said the Democratic race between former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is "what I expected," adding that there has been a "real robust debate between Hillary and Bernie, as there would have been if I had gotten in the race."

Full story: http://us.cnn.com/2016/01/06/politics/joe-biden-regrets-not-running-for-president/index.html


-- CNN 2016-01-07

[ezzra]

Just as well, you have saved yourself a probable heart attack and lose of many millions of dollars

as you stood no chance of winning with you lackluster personality... and beside, you're like a 100

years old....

[bangkapi]

Even though he is only one heartbeat away from the presidency at this moment, he is irrelevant.

[Jingthing]

There are a lot of politicians that might have made very good presidents if the timing had been different or they didn't mess up in some silly way. Biden is clearly a man who has been very driven to be president and of course, now, zero chance. So it's a bit sad from a human POV. I'm reminded of Howard Dean. What if he hadn't SCREAMED? Somehow I think Deancare would have turned out better than Obamacare.

I don't agree with his politics but right now I think the republicans are mostly ignoring a potentially very good president with a very good chance of winning -- Kasich. He just doesn't resonate enough. Is having media buzz, like Trump, the same thing as the making a good president? Doubtful.

Edited January 7, 2016 by Jingthing

[Suradit69]

Just as well, you have saved yourself a probable heart attack and lose of many millions of dollars

as you stood no chance of winning with you lackluster personality... and beside, you're like a 100

years old....

"... and beside, you're like a 100 years old...."

Biden is 73, Hillary 68, Trump 69 and when Ronald Reagan was lead out of office by the de facto president, Nancy, at the end of their co-presidency, he was 77.

And of course there's a few other world class leaders like Robert Mugabe at 91 and Raoul Castro at 83.

Edited January 7, 2016 by Suradit69

[Jingthing]

I think Joe Biden is really cool for an old dude.

[Suradit69]

There are a lot of politicians that might have made very good presidents if the timing had been different or they didn't mess up in some silly way. Biden is clearly a man who has been very driven to be president and of course, now, zero chance. So it's a bit sad from a human POV. I'm reminded of Howard Dean. What if he hadn't SCREAMED? Somehow I think Deancare would have turned out better than Obamacare.

I don't agree with his politics but right now I think the republicans are mostly ignoring a potentially very good president with a very good chance of winning -- Kasich. He just doesn't resonate enough. Is having media buzz, like Trump, the same thing as the making a good president? Doubtful.

"I don't agree with his politics but right now I think the republicans are mostly ignoring a potentially very good president with a very good chance of winning -- Kasich."

Then Fox News really would own the White House ... and there would be an even more direct connection between the WH and (failed) investment bankers.

He was a commentator on Fox News Channel, hosting Heartland with John Kasich from 2001 to 2007. He also worked as an investment banker, as managing director of Lehman Brothers' Columbus, Ohio office

Edited January 7, 2016 by Suradit69

[Jingthing]

Like I said I don't like his politics but if we're going to get a R president and that is definitely a strong possibility this time, better someone like Kasich than Trump.

[elgordo38]

There are a lot of politicians that might have made very good presidents if the timing had been different or they didn't mess up in some silly way. Biden is clearly a man who has been very driven to be president and of course, now, zero chance. So it's a bit sad from a human POV. I'm reminded of Howard Dean. What if he hadn't SCREAMED? Somehow I think Deancare would have turned out better than Obamacare.

I don't agree with his politics but right now I think the republicans are mostly ignoring a potentially very good president with a very good chance of winning -- Kasich. He just doesn't resonate enough. Is having media buzz, like Trump, the same thing as the making a good president? Doubtful.

"I don't agree with his politics but right now I think the republicans are mostly ignoring a potentially very good president with a very good chance of winning -- Kasich."

Then Fox News really would own the White House ... and there would be an even more direct connection between the WH and (failed) investment bankers.

He was a commentator on Fox News Channel, hosting Heartland with John Kasich from 2001 to 2007. He also worked as an investment banker, as managing director of Lehman Brothers' Columbus, Ohio office

Yeah we all know what happened to Lehman Brothers. The rest of those Wall Street bums should have joined them. The real rube was that idiot Paulson who made 20 billion betting against the economy and then received a cushy government job. I guess that is the free enterprise system at its worst. The guy seems to have a speech impediment, nervous and constantly sweating which well he should be.

[Johpa]

Like I said I don't like his politics but if we're going to get a R president and that is definitely a strong possibility this time, better someone like Kasich than Trump.

There is no chance for any Republican candidate given the current U.S. demographics. Trump makes for good headlines, which equates to advertising income. The other candidates are almost as goofy. Kasich does not really appeal to what is now the Republican base. Hillary and Bill Clinton represent the old school Republican party. The rise of Sanders, as well as Warren, represent a long delayed reawakening of the almost forgotten traditional progressive wing of the Democrats after being taken out by Reagan following the casus belli issued by Lewis Powell back in 1971 arguing for a concerted long term attack upon the New Deal and other progressive thoughts. Reagan was the face of the victory but the demographics have changed, not to mention the raging economic inequality that the Republicans and the neo-Republicans like the Clintons have foisted upon the land.

Feel the Bern or watch the inequality destroy the country that was once the beacon for freedom around the world.

[DaddyWarbucks]

Like I said I don't like his politics but if we're going to get a R president and that is definitely a strong possibility this time, better someone like Kasich than Trump.

There is no chance for any Republican candidate given the current U.S. demographics. Trump makes for good headlines, which equates to advertising income. The other candidates are almost as goofy. Kasich does not really appeal to what is now the Republican base. Hillary and Bill Clinton represent the old school Republican party. The rise of Sanders, as well as Warren, represent a long delayed reawakening of the almost forgotten traditional progressive wing of the Democrats after being taken out by Reagan following the casus belli issued by Lewis Powell back in 1971 arguing for a concerted long term attack upon the New Deal and other progressive thoughts. Reagan was the face of the victory but the demographics have changed, not to mention the raging economic inequality that the Republicans and the neo-Republicans like the Clintons have foisted upon the land.

Feel the Bern or watch the inequality destroy the country that was once the beacon for freedom around the world.

Agreed, there's no chance for any Republican as things stand now. The next POTUS will be elected in the Democratic primary.

Biden may be trying to position himself as a compromise candidate in the [unlikely] event of a deadlock between Clinton and Sanders.

[Jingthing]

Biden's last hope is HRC being sent down the river.

[bendejo]

He should shut up, but he's not good at that. He got all that sympathy a few months back, but it's since been revealed (by himself, I told you doesn't know how to shut up) that the whole 'son's dying wish' thing was questionable he now makes a fool of himself. Chris Matthews called it right, it was a cry for attention and reassurance (they're both in the Beltway "Irish gang"). Speaking of which, Maureen Dowd hasn't filed any columns since November..

Anyway, I don't think the country is ready for a president with blue teeth.

It would be great if he did run, then Trump would call for sending the Irish back.

[chuckd]

Biden could still be in the mix.

The bench isn't very deep on the Dem side of the aisle. A failed governor, a self proclaimed Socialist and a geriatric woman that has accomplished nothing on her own, other than to marry well, are all they have on offer.

When Hillary is indicted, that will leave only the 73 year old Socialist as a Dem party candidate. Even the Democrats can't stuff enough ballot boxes to elect Bernie.

Talk about the Republican "clown car" all you want, but it looks eminently better than an old folks sing along.

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Hillary Will Be Indicted, Says Former US Attorney

Read more: http://dailycaller.com/2016/01/07/hillary-clinton-will-be-indicted-says-former-us-attorney/#ixzz3wcfyy6C9

[Jingthing]

HRC won't be indicted BEFORE she's elected president. After ... who knows. Watch for her VP pick!

Edited January 8, 2016 by Jingthing

[mopar71]

Just as well, you have saved yourself a probable heart attack and lose of many millions of dollars

as you stood no chance of winning with you lackluster personality... and beside, you're like a 100

years old....

"... and beside, you're like a 100 years old...."

Biden is 73, Hillary 68, Trump 69 and when Ronald Reagan was lead out of office by the de facto president, Nancy, at the end of their co-presidency, he was 77.

And of course there's a few other world class leaders like Robert Mugabe at 91 and Raoul Castro at 83.

This is American 2016...we don't need more old, rich white people as President, remember? Unless they are Democrats apparently. A lot has changed since 2012.

[mopar71]

Agreed, there's no chance for any Republican as things stand now. The next POTUS will be elected in the Democratic primary.

There is no Democratic primary. Or are you talking about the dog & pony show the DNC will put on until Hillary's coronation at the end of summer?

[Motown239]

Obviously he regret not running for the office President, but he suffered the lost of his son due to cancer. Only a man without a heart can bury his son, comfort his family and together with his wife running for president.

We're human beings, America will at risk with the current dysfunctional presidential candidates. He regret not running because he would have won the election.

[Berkshire]

Obviously he regret not running for the office President, but he suffered the lost of his son due to cancer. Only a man without a heart can bury his son, comfort his family and together with his wife running for president.

We're human beings, America will at risk with the current dysfunctional presidential candidates. He regret not running because he would have won the election.

Yeap. Of all the candidates running--Dems and Reps--he's by far the best candidate. No one is remotely close. I'd vote for him.

[Jingthing]

Obviously he regret not running for the office President, but he suffered the lost of his son due to cancer. Only a man without a heart can bury his son, comfort his family and together with his wife running for president.

We're human beings, America will at risk with the current dysfunctional presidential candidates. He regret not running because he would have won the election.

Well, he's run many times before and never gained any significant support. So I think it's a stretch to assume he could have even been nominated this time either.

[Berkshire]

Obviously he regret not running for the office President, but he suffered the lost of his son due to cancer. Only a man without a heart can bury his son, comfort his family and together with his wife running for president.

We're human beings, America will at risk with the current dysfunctional presidential candidates. He regret not running because he would have won the election.

Well, he's run many times before and never gained any significant support. So I think it's a stretch to assume he could have even been nominated this time either.

JT, things are completely different now. Having spent 7 years as VP for arguably a very successful administration, VP Biden would be campaigning under completely different circumstances than in the past.

[Jingthing]

I don't think so. If he had announced a run, his support would have been cut in half instantly. It's HRC's time, like it or not.

[ttthailand]

Agreed, there's no chance for any Republican as things stand now. The next POTUS will be elected in the Democratic primary.

There is no Democratic primary. Or are you talking about the dog & pony show the DNC will put on until Hillary's coronation at the end of summer?

I wouldn't count Sanders out yet. He is a strong second and gaining ground daily. He is a bit of an outsider and that's what people are looking for these days in America. I have followed him the last few months and his message is good and he makes sense.

[ttthailand]

Obviously he regret not running for the office President, but he suffered the lost of his son due to cancer. Only a man without a heart can bury his son, comfort his family and together with his wife running for president.

We're human beings, America will at risk with the current dysfunctional presidential candidates. He regret not running because he would have won the election.

Yeap. Of all the candidates running--Dems and Reps--he's by far the best candidate. No one is remotely close. I'd vote for him.

Sanders got my vote.

[Jingthing]

Agreed, there's no chance for any Republican as things stand now. The next POTUS will be elected in the Democratic primary.

There is no Democratic primary. Or are you talking about the dog & pony show the DNC will put on until Hillary's coronation at the end of summer?

I wouldn't count Sanders out yet. He is a strong second and gaining ground daily. He is a bit of an outsider and that's what people are looking for these days in America. I have followed him the last few months and his message is good and he makes sense.

A bit too far out. Kind of USSR in the 1930's kind of out.

[Pinot]

Biden could still be in the mix.

The bench isn't very deep on the Dem side of the aisle. A failed governor, a self proclaimed Socialist and a geriatric woman that has accomplished nothing on her own, other than to marry well, are all they have on offer.

When Hillary is indicted, that will leave only the 73 year old Socialist as a Dem party candidate. Even the Democrats can't stuff enough ballot boxes to elect Bernie.

Talk about the Republican "clown car" all you want, but it looks eminently better than an old folks sing along.

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Hillary Will Be Indicted, Says Former US Attorney

Read more: http://dailycaller.com/2016/01/07/hillary-clinton-will-be-indicted-says-former-us-attorney/#ixzz3wcfyy6C9

The Daily Caller is a wingnut rag. Republicans are horribly misinformed (and delusional).

Hillary is younger than Trump by the way.

Edited January 8, 2016 by Pinot

[Johpa]

Biden could still be in the mix.

The bench isn't very deep on the Dem side of the aisle. A failed governor, a self proclaimed Socialist and a geriatric woman that has accomplished nothing on her own, other than to marry well, are all they have on offer.

When Hillary is indicted, that will leave only the 73 year old Socialist as a Dem party candidate. Even the Democrats can't stuff enough ballot boxes to elect Bernie.

Feeling a tad misogynistic today?? I am no fan of Hillary, but she is far from being part of the geriatric crowd.

And I note you have joined the crowd who can not distinguish between a true "socialist" such as Kshama Sawant up in Seattle and a Democratic Socialist such as Sanders. But I understand, I mean the difficulties some have when the same word shows up within two different contexts.

If Sanders were to win a primary and thus could no longer be almost completely ignored by the media, his message could resonate deeply within the American public and the ballot boxes could be filled with votes in his favor and then perhaps the ridiculous economics of Reagan and the Republicans, AKA "voodoo economics", could finally be put to rest into the dung heap of historical nonsense where it so rightfully belongs.

[ttthailand]

Agreed, there's no chance for any Republican as things stand now. The next POTUS will be elected in the Democratic primary.

There is no Democratic primary. Or are you talking about the dog & pony show the DNC will put on until Hillary's coronation at the end of summer?

I wouldn't count Sanders out yet. He is a strong second and gaining ground daily. He is a bit of an outsider and that's what people are looking for these days in America. I have followed him the last few months and his message is good and he makes sense.

A bit too far out. Kind of USSR in the 1930's kind of out.

not far out at all as far as I am concerned. He wants to down size the banks and get big business out of politics. Everything that man says makes sense to 99% of Americans. The 1% at the top will be knocked down a peg but so what. Check Sanders out and then give me your opinion again. I am always open and willing to change my mind if situations or facts prove me wrong. But for now ...

....Go Sanders !....

[chuckd]

Biden could still be in the mix.

The bench isn't very deep on the Dem side of the aisle. A failed governor, a self proclaimed Socialist and a geriatric woman that has accomplished nothing on her own, other than to marry well, are all they have on offer.

When Hillary is indicted, that will leave only the 73 year old Socialist as a Dem party candidate. Even the Democrats can't stuff enough ballot boxes to elect Bernie.

Feeling a tad misogynistic today?? I am no fan of Hillary, but she is far from being part of the geriatric crowd.

And I note you have joined the crowd who can not distinguish between a true "socialist" such as Kshama Sawant up in Seattle and a Democratic Socialist such as Sanders. But I understand, I mean the difficulties some have when the same word shows up within two different contexts.

If Sanders were to win a primary and thus could no longer be almost completely ignored by the media, his message could resonate deeply within the American public and the ballot boxes could be filled with votes in his favor and then perhaps the ridiculous economics of Reagan and the Republicans, AKA "voodoo economics", could finally be put to rest into the dung heap of historical nonsense where it so rightfully belongs.

Then according to you, I am in hallowed ground. You have just put me in the same league with Hillary Clinton, the presumptive Presidential candidate and Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Chairman of the DNC.

They can't explain the difference either.

Please note the source of the videos presented. It ain't Daily Caller, folks.

[chuckd]

Biden could still be in the mix.

The bench isn't very deep on the Dem side of the aisle. A failed governor, a self proclaimed Socialist and a geriatric woman that has accomplished nothing on her own, other than to marry well, are all they have on offer.

When Hillary is indicted, that will leave only the 73 year old Socialist as a Dem party candidate. Even the Democrats can't stuff enough ballot boxes to elect Bernie.

Talk about the Republican "clown car" all you want, but it looks eminently better than an old folks sing along.

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Hillary Will Be Indicted, Says Former US Attorney

Read more: http://dailycaller.com/2016/01/07/hillary-clinton-will-be-indicted-says-former-us-attorney/#ixzz3wcfyy6C9

The Daily Caller is a wingnut rag. Republicans are horribly misinformed (and delusional).

Hillary is younger than Trump by the way.

Maybe these links will convince you there is an active federal investigation ongoing into the email escapades of one Hillary Rodham Clinton et al.

Please note they are NOT the Daily Caller.

http://www.politico.com/story/2015/11/hillary-clinton-email-fbi-probe-215630

http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/ex-u.s.-atty-clinton-two-months-away-from-criminal-indictment/article/2579620

http://www.nationalreview.com/article/426970/hillary-clinton-emails-fbi-investigation-widens

http://www.thefiscaltimes.com/Columns/2015/10/27/How-FBI-Could-Derail-Hillary-Clinton-s-Presidential-Run

We await your response with something other than a hit and run attack.