In the Republic, it basically goes: aristocracy (of philosophers) -> aristocracy (of warriors) -> oligarchy -> democracy -> tyranny

In my Kroger store there’s just one aisle with a big tv to remind you that you’re on camera… The aisle with diapers and baby food.

Just guessing but:

1. He’s gay and that might turn off some swing voters especially people who are already hesitant about having a black woman at the top of the ticket
2. He’s never won any election beyond a municipal one, so he may be seen as electorally untested.
3. His resume is a bit thin with just his time as a mayor of a small town and time as the transportation secretary.