It was inevitable that the topic would arise during the debate after reports emerged that Sanders had questioned the electability of a woman in a 2018 meeting with Warren.
Sanders vehemently denied the allegation, calling it “ludicrous” and accusing Warren of lying. He emphasized that he never made such a statement and reiterated his belief in the possibility of a woman winning the presidency.
Warren, however, recalled the conversation differently, asserting that Sanders had indeed expressed doubts about a woman’s ability to win the election.
When confronted by CNN moderators, Sanders categorically denied making such a statement, emphasizing his long-standing support for women in leadership roles. Warren seized the opportunity to highlight her own electability and attacked the notion that a woman couldn’t defeat Trump.
Klobuchar chimed in, underscoring the successes of female candidates in defeating Republicans in key races.
A moment of confusion arose between Sanders and Warren when Sanders claimed to have defeated an incumbent Republican congressman, prompting Warren to clarify that she was referring to a different timeframe. This miscommunication hinted at potential discrepancies in their recollection of the 2018 meeting.
After the debate, tensions between the two escalated, with Warren approaching Sanders for what appeared to be a serious conversation. However, the exchange ended abruptly, leaving observers speculating about the nature of their discussion.
Ultimately, only Sanders and Warren know the full details of their private meeting, and the fallout from their conflicting narratives has strained their once-close relationship.
