THE RUNNING MATE
Dating My Way Through the Democratic Primary
“The process of choosing a political candidate isn’t so different from the process of choosing a romantic partner. Both endeavors involve seduction, excitement, disappointment, and compromise. Both force us to reckon with our values systems. And both are ultimately driven by a desire for devotion: We want that mate, that president, who can spark in us a feeling of identification and solidarity — all while getting us hot and bothered under the collar.”
Read the piece HERE.