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		evdubs on July 21, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Joe Biden stands down as Democratic candidate He did tick up after the debate, but now Kamala is heavily favored for the Democrats. https://www.realclearpolling.com/betting-odds/2024/president

drusepth on July 22, 2024 [–]

Why is Obama (I assume Michelle?) in those odds (and, interestingly, at #3 right behind Kamala)? Has she ever indicated she might run?

evdubs on July 22, 2024 | [–]

No, those are just longshot odds that bookmakers, for whatever reason, have.

maxerickson on July 22, 2024 | | [–]

"for whatever reason"

Because enough people wanted to bet on it and they make money on every bet.

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