Campaign Trail Results: Game #766473

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  • Year: 1916
  • Player Candidate: Woodrow Wilson
  • Running Mate: Newton Baker
  • Difficulty Level: Normal
  • Winner Take All Mode?: Yes
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CandidateElectoral VotesPopular VotesPop. Vote %
---- Charles Evans Hughes3749,143,52649.62
---- Woodrow Wilson1578,370,22745.42
---- Allan Benson/Other0663,3013.60
---- James Hanly0250,7261.36

Visits:

  • New York:6
  • Ohio:4
  • California:1
  • Missouri:1

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 am proud to have kept this country out of war, and I will make every effort to do so if elected for a second term.
  • Do you plan to attack Charles Evans Hughes's stance on preparedness and war with Europe, and if so, how?
    A vote for Mr. Hughes is a vote for war. He was an admirable Justice, but he is sympathy with the most bellicose elements of the Republican Party.
  • 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?
    I'm prepared to stand behind Louis Brandeis as a Court nominee. He has devoted his life to fighting for the common man against the business trusts of this nation.
  • How much do you plan to highlight the creation of the Federal Trade Commission as an accomplishment during this campaign?
    I hope to hit on the theme of reform and progressivism frequently during our campaign. This is a great chance to do that.
  • 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?
    Why Roosevelt continues to press such an unpopular point in his speeches is beyond me, but we will certainly waste no chance to attack him and Hughes on the issue.
  • 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?
    As I've thought of this issue more, I now believe it makes sense to support it. It will be politically expedient and morally correct to do so.
  • 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 want to campaign this fall on the passage of a child labor law. I will personally appeal to any recalcitrant Senators, to consider the electoral success of Democrats this fall.
  • What motivated you to place Newton Baker on the ticket for your attempt at reelection?
    Newton Baker is the progressive choice for Vice President, and I have every confidence in his abilities.
  • Do you support the recently ratified 17th Amendment, requiring the direct election of U.S. Senators?
    Regardless of personal feelings, this Amendment obviously went through a stringent ratification process and reflects the overwhelming majority of the people.
  • Would you support American participation in a postwar League of Nations, if one were to be created after the current War?
    I don't have any comment on this plan. It's far too early to determine how the war will end, who will win, or what the peace arrangements might be.
  • Do you support the level of preparedness established by the recent National Defense Act?
    We've taken moderate, sensible steps thus far. I support the mobilization of additional troops, along with other policies designed to maintain peace and deter aggression.
  • Do you have any statements to make about the Easter Rebellion which transpired earlier this year in Ireland?
    We should be calling on Great Britain to treat the perpetrators of this uprising with leniency, and to consider the relationship it has with Ireland.
  • What will your position be on the women's suffrage question as your campaign this fall?
    I don't plan to address women's suffrage in this campaign. There are more important issues at hand.
  • Do you have a position to take on the calls for the prohibition of alcohol as you campaign this fall?
    It would not be wise, at this point, to make any statements supporting or opposing prohibition in our campaign. There are too many people on both sides of this issue.
  • Do you have any statements to make about the Federal Reserve Act, which established the Federal Reserve in 1913?
    I support the Federal Reserve in general, but I believe that we should have established a more centralized, federal government bank.
  • Do you have any statements to make about the Federal Trade Commission, established in 1914?
    I support the Federal Trade Commission and will take a broad interpretation of its power over the next four years.
  • 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.
  • Do you support the temporary curtailment of American shipping in the Atlantic, in order to reduce the chances of German submarine attacks and the resulting consequences?
    It makes perfect sense to warn Americans of the dangers involved in such commerce, but it is not the place of the government to actively interfere in it.
  • 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'm concerned about any citizen who would embrace the presence of a hyphen in their American identity.
  • 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 is yet another positive example of progressive legislation that has been enacted over the previous few years.
  • Where will you travel to during your final days before the election?
    I would make our final campaign stops in New York.
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