Campaign Trail Results: Game #727874
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This Game:
- Year: 1916
- Player Candidate: Woodrow Wilson
- Running Mate: Thomas R. Marshall
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Winner Take All Mode?: Yes
- Game Played:
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View overall results, or a specific state:
| Candidate | Electoral Votes | Popular Votes | Pop. Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| ---- Charles Evans Hughes | 355 | 9,261,880 | 50.60 |
| ---- Woodrow Wilson | 176 | 7,879,480 | 43.05 |
| ---- Allan Benson/Other | 0 | 1,002,154 | 5.47 |
| ---- James Hanly | 0 | 161,270 | 0.88 |
Visits:
- California:12
Answers:
- What themes will you emphasize as you accept the Democratic nomination and begin your campaign?Much as changed, but I stand as committed to the ideals of the New Freedom as I was in 1912. I will be circumspect about committing the country to further federal legislation, beyond that which we have achieved during my first term.
- The Democratic Convention erupted into spontaneous cries of “He kept us out of war!” as you were nominated. Do you plan to campaign on this position, or will you add some nuance to it?I pray for peace, but we will not compromise the rights of American shipping and commerce. We are fully prepared to take the fight to Germany if interference continues.
- Do you plan to attack Charles Evans Hughes's stance on preparedness and war with Europe, and if so, how?We have taken extensive efforts to increase the military preparedness of the United States. For Mr. Hughes and others to insinuate otherwise is simply false.
- As 1916 begins, you have a vacancy to fill on the Supreme Court. Advisors are recommending Louis Brandeis -- a choice that is sure to be controversial. What are your thoughts?Brandeis's ability is not in question, but he is too radical to be considered for a Court opening. I'd also rather not have the Jewish issue come up during this campaign.
- How much do you plan to highlight the creation of the Federal Trade Commission as an accomplishment during this campaign?In a few cases, we did have to go a little further than the New Freedom ideals would imply, but we plan to take a more moderate course during my second term.
- Theodore Roosevelt is hitting the campaign trail hard this fall. However, he continues to make bellicose speeches about the war in Europe. Will you attack Roosevelt and Hughes for this?Roosevelt is still a popular figure, particularly among the type of progressive voter we hope to attract. I will refrain from any explicit criticism of his statements.
- The forces of Pancho Villa have killed over 30 Americans in separate incidents, and even launched a raid into New Mexico. How will you respond to this, as President?We will dispatch a military expedition to Mexico, with clear orders to continue their pursuit regardless of any interference that may arise from the nation's Carranza government.
- You have opposed a federal farm credit system in the past, but a Farm Loan Act is being pushed through Congress again this year. Will you support it this time?My position on this system has not changed -- I cannot support the creation of a federal program to lend money directly to farmers.
- As September approaches, the nation is at serious risk of a national rail strike. What are your plans for dealing with this?I don't see a need to take an active role in arbitrating this labor conflict. Let the unions and railroads work out a solution between themselves.
- Will you sign the Revenue Act of 1916, which would increase the income tax and establish a Tariff Commission?I will veto this Act. I support a federal income tax, but not to the level that this bill imposes. It also introduces an estate tax and an excess profits tax.
- How much do you plan to push back against Southern obstructionism on a federal child labor law?I would certainly sign this into law, but not if that means railroading a bill through Congress against the wishes of its elected members.
- Do you plan to support the Jones Act -- granting greater autonomy to the Philippines along with a plan to grant independence.This measure is premature at the present time. We have added greatly to the welfare of the Philippines and should not leave before our work is done.
- Do you support the recently ratified 17th Amendment, requiring the direct election of U.S. Senators?I believe that Senators should be elected by the legislature of each state, in line with the original Constitution.
- Would you support American participation in a postwar League of Nations, if one were to be created after the current War?I support a League of Nations, and American participation in it. We can no longer safely ignore the affairs of the world.
- Do you support the level of preparedness established by the recent National Defense Act?What we've done so far is a good start, but we're still far from prepared to meet the type of emergency which might arise.
- Do you have any statements to make about the Easter Rebellion which transpired earlier this year in Ireland?The Irish uprising is a domestic issue of Great Britain and should not be the concern of any patriotic American.
- What will your position be on the women's suffrage question as your campaign this fall?I stand opposed to the expansion of women's suffrage.
- Do you have a position to take on the calls for the prohibition of alcohol as you campaign this fall?I believe that the prohibition of alcohol would be a positive benefit for our country.
- Do you have any statements to make about the Federal Reserve Act, which established the Federal Reserve in 1913?I believe the Federal Reserve was an unnecessary and destabilizing change to the nation's banking system.
- Do you have any statements to make about the Federal Trade Commission, established in 1914?Some steps were needed to curtail abuse by business, but the Commission has far too much power over legitimate, honest businessmen in this country.
- Do you support the Clayton Antitrust Act which was recently passed? Do you believe that unions should be exempted from the antitrust regulations?I don't believe that we should have one set of laws for business, and another for unions. This act is another example of federal overreach.
- Would you support a law requiring new immigrants to pass a literacy test in English?I believe that any immigrant who seeks a new life in the United States should be required to pass a literacy test.
- Do you believe that certain groups in the United States, for their own narrow interests, are trying to undermine American diplomacy and the global order?I do, and I would especially single out Irish-Americans in this regard, for their strenuous opposition to Great Britain.
- Will you make any statements about the increased regulation of narcotics and stimulants such as a cocaine, which began with the 1914 Harrison Act?This isn't an important issue in our current campaign.
- Where will you travel to during your final days before the election?Let's make a final swing to the West Coast, and California in particular, before the voting begins.