I think the Dems know they’re in trouble. Even the liberals I know are, obviously, not very excited about Hillary. They’re looking for somebody else. The problem is Bernie seems to be their only alternative....but I think they know he doesn’t really have a chance in the general election.
As Hillary continues to run for President it is influencing other potential candidates to not run...thinning the pool. This is not good for them but they can’t do anything about it.
They will turn out and vote for her.