Campaign Trail Results: Game #1523086
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This Game:
- Year: 2016
- Player Candidate: Hillary Clinton
- Running Mate: Tim Kaine
- Difficulty Level: Hard
- Winner Take All Mode?: Yes
- Game Played:
View overall results, or a specific state:
| Candidate | Electoral Votes | Popular Votes | Pop. Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| ---- Hillary Clinton | 308 | 66,846,549 | 48.93 |
| ---- Donald Trump | 230 | 61,502,233 | 45.02 |
| ---- Gary Johnson/Others | 0 | 6,767,117 | 4.95 |
| ---- Jill Stein | 0 | 1,492,004 | 1.09 |
Visits:
- Ohio:3
- Pennsylvania:3
- Michigan:2
- Arizona:1
- Florida:1
- North Carolina:1
- Wisconsin:1
Answers:
- Let's step back a couple years. In the run-up to the 2016 election, you have the luxury of being your party's presumptive nominee, along with a significant amount of time to prepare for the campaign. How will you take advantage of this time?We're going to hit our rolodex and solidify our campaign organization and fundraising. I'm going to hit the trail for Democrats in the 2014 midterms. We will be well-prepared to outspend Jeb Bush and we will unite the party before the primaries.
- The FBI director, James Comey, has handed down a severe criticism of your email practices while Secretary of State, though he declined to recommend any indictments. Do you have any comment?Let's take a step back. George Bush and Dick Cheney lost over 20 million emails from their time in office. I have already turned over every relevant email from my time as Secretary of State. Anything else is a right-wing hit job.
- There was a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando overnight, perpetrated by a Muslim, resulting in 50 people killed. What is your reaction?My heart goes out the victims of this shooting. I will be going to Orlando in the next couple of days to pay my respects to the victims.
- What message will you emphasize as you accept your party's nomination for President of the United States?We have a wonderful, diverse, and strong party in the Democratic Party. When I'm President, we're going to raise the minimum wage. We're going to further improve Obamacare. We're going to create millions of high paying, green jobs. And we're going to make college more affordable for the next generation!
- What was your rationale behind selecting Tim Kaine as your running mate?Tim Kaine has served his home state of Virginia with great energy and effectiveness as a Governor and Senator. He is a hard working and honest person who can appeal to Americans across the ideological spectrum.
- Will you give Bernie Sanders a prime speaking slot at the Democratic Convention?Absolutely. The differences between us are much smaller than the things that unite us. We both wake up every day and fight for average Americans -- for their health care, their housing and education costs, and their personal rights.
- There has been a violent terrorist attack in Nice today, resulting in the deaths of almost 100 people. How will you address this?My heart goes out to those affected by this terrible attack. My thoughts and prayers are with the great nation of France, and I will travel to France to pay my respects to the victims.
- What message will you emphasize about the political views of Donald Trump on economic and budget issues?Donald Trump claims to be a different kind of politician, but he says he will double down on the failed tax cuts and policies of George Bush. What did Einstein say about the definition of insanity?
- Would you consider making a pledge to, if elected, serve a single term as President?We must acknowledge the unique nature of this election, and of our opponent. This pledge might help reluctant moderates and far-left progressives support me for now, if they see an open primary coming in three years.
- To what extent will you support the presence of Bernie Sanders on the campaign trail?I want us to do a high-profile appearance with Bernie in Michigan, once the campaign gets going. We don't agree on every issue, but I want to embrace his economic message and show people that our party is unified.
- What are the next steps that the United States should take to combat global warming?I will put significant effort into cutting emissions, working with our global partners, and in increasing the funding for our scientific institutions. Donald Trump, on the other hand, says this is all some conspiracy from China.
- How concerned are you about the $17 trillion debt that the United States currently owes?Republican tax cuts from Reagan and Bush have driven the fiscal condition of this country into a dire condition. Now Donald Trump says he wants to cut taxes for the rich even more.
- Donald Trump is attacking you almost daily on your 2002 vote in favor of the Iraq War. How do you plan to respond?Donald Trump has shown an alarming lack of knowledge about even the basics of U.S. foreign policy. He would set us back many, many years on our objectives in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and elsewhere.
- Do you stand by your position, voiced during the primaries, that you will not deport any illegal immigrant who has not otherwise committed a crime?We must acknowledge that illegal immigration is a serious problem. Now unlike Donald Trump, I support dealing with that problem in a humane way, but ultimately we do need reform with tougher enforcement, and a path to legal status for some immigrants.
- During a fundraiser, you made a comment that around half of Trump's supporters form a "basket of deplorables", with a renewed emphasis on racism, bigotry, and Islamophobia. Do you care to clarify?I will apologize for this remark when Trump apologizes for his "rapist" comments about Hispanics, his constant attacks on women, and his failure to condemn white supremicist supporters.
- While attending a 9/11 memorial event today, you were caught on video going limp and being carried into a van, apparently for medical attention. Do you have any comment?No comment really. It's unfortunate that the right-wing media is circulating numerous unfounded rumors about by health. The people will see these are lies as I campaign vigorously over the coming weeks.
- Do you support the recent nuclear deal between the United States and Iran?Donald Trump says he will tear this deal up, should he somehow win this election. That is dangerous and ill-conceived, and really shows how unfit he is to guide America's foreign policy.
- Do you have plans to take in more than the current level of 10,000 refugees per annum from the conflict in Syria?We must balance the humanitarian impulse with what is practical and politically feasible. I would prefer to see us offer generous aid to Turkey, Jordan, and other affected countries as we protect people from the brutal Assad regime and defeat ISIS.
- Do you plan to participate in the customary series of three televised debates with Donald Trump in this election cycle?These debates will expose Donald Trump as woefully unprepared and unqualified to assume the position of President. I am eagerly looking forward to participating.
- A video surfaced of Trump describing how he tried to seduce a married woman, and how he can generally kiss women or "grab them by the pussy". 14 women have also stepped forward to accuse him of assault. What is your response?This video clip is just one more piece of evidence that Donald Trump is a fake conservative who doesn't share Christian values. And of course, it also shows yet again how grossly unqualified Trump is to serve as President.
- A leaked transcript from Wikileaks shows you saying in a closed-door speech at Goldman Sachs that you are "center-left, center-right" and that you support "open trade and open borders". How do you respond?This is nothing compared to the lies and equivocation of Donald Trump. And furthermore, it's appalling that Republicans are so willing to throw aside all ideals and cooperate with the Russians, the moment it's convenient for them.
- A leaked transcript from Wikileaks shows your campaign working with members of the DNC to collaborate against the campaign of Bernie Sanders in subtle but definite ways, such as the sharing of some debate questions before a primary debate. How do you respond?This is nothing compared to the lies and equivocation of Donald Trump. And furthermore, it's appalling that Republicans are so willing to throw aside all ideals and cooperate with the Russians, the moment it's convenient for them.
- James Comey, FBI Director, has made a late announcement that additional emails have surfaced in your case, thanks to an investigation into Anthony Weiner. What are your thoughts?Where is the investigation into the Russian leaks? Where is the investigation into Trump's blatantly illegal business practices over many years? This is an unprecededented and outrageous act of political interference by the FBI.
- Where will you spend the final day of your campaign?We're going to spend our final day in Florida, rallying the Hispanic, Jewish, and black communities against the outrages of Donald Trump and his campaign.
- Having already lost a close nomination battle, many progressives feel let down by your choice of Tim Kaine as running mate. What is your response to this?I am the most progressive candidate ever for President of the United States. We are pushing for a higher minimum wage, better health care, immigration reform, and police reform. Tim Kaine stands fully behind that agenda.