 Why it matters in public, Schumer has been insistent that he is for Joe. Quote-unquote. In private, he's singing a different tune. Two-faced slimeball. Over the last 12 days, Schumer has been listening to donors' ideas and suggestions about the best way forward for the party. According to three people familiar with the matter, Schumer is one of several Democrats, including former President Obama, former House Speaker Pelosi.