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It would be nice if we could get explanations from both campaigns on both errors in judgement (or lack of organization). While I don't expect much of Trump, I would hope Clinton's camp would be in front of this issue. Thus far, however, their response and justification has been lacking. At least throw some low-level staffer under the bus with a termination. Make it seem like you care the father of the deadliest mass shooter in American history -- and self-proclaimed Interim President of Afghanistan / proud Taliban supporter -- is sitting three rows behind you. An "Oops, our bad," won't cut it with a campaign this well-coordinated, staffed and funded.

ISIS was NOT caused by Obama/Clinton, nor was it caused by Bush/Cheney. It was "caused" by radical elements in Sunni Islam mixing politics and religion and whipping up hatred for Shiites and Westerners in order to gain power.

I've come to the conclusion that my nephew and godson Brandon is right. Vote for who is closest to your ideals. I was wrong. If it looked like it was going to be close I might feel different, but as long as Trump is the nominee of the GOP, the Dems will win. They say the Republican Party is breaking up. The truth is the Democratic party is breaking up and the only reason they'll probably win this cycle is because of Trump. This is an aberration. If Hillary wins, 2020 will be about a united GOP and a fractured Dem party.

Dude, that is where we're heading. Millions and millions of people who gave to Bernie, the GOP was a crap shoot. You're missing the lesson of this election. Trump will lose, the GOP will rally and in 4 years, unless this **** does something for the poor we'll be back. Do you realize how lucky you Hillary folks are Trump is your opponent? We will come back and annihilate you in 4 years.

"To Donald Trump: I am the daughter of a man who was shot by someone who got his inspiration from a movie, someone who believed if he killed the President the actress from that movie would notice him. Your glib and horrifying comment about "Second Amendment people" was heard around the world. It was heard by sane and decent people who shudder at your fondness for verbal violence. It was heard by your supporters, many of whom gleefully and angrily yell, "Lock her up!" at your rallies. It was heard by the person sitting alone in a room, locked in his own dark fantasies, who sees unbridled violence as a way to make his mark in the world, and is just looking for ideas. Yes, Mr. Trump, words matter. But then you know that, which makes this all even more horrifying."

- Patti Davis, daughter of Ronald Reagan, public Facebook post

The real challenge is to move the center to the left. It's already happening on social issues, now we need it on the economy and foreign affairs.

That's why I characterized it as a challenge. In my opinion, people care much more about fiscal responsibility than fiscal conservatism. Neither party has shown the former, so folks tend to cling to the latter. This country has moved shockingly fast on social issues lately, so it may be possible to make the case for social programs if it is tied to overall fiscal responsibility. Admittedly, it is an uphill battle.

Now here is an effective ad:

http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/291217-new-clinton-ad-uses-republicans-to-blast-trump-over-tax-returns

South Florida: "Do you realize how lucky you Hillary folks are Trump is your opponent? We will come back and annihilate you in 4 years."



Right. As if Sanders wouldn't have had an uphill battle in the general and wouldn't also have benefited from a Trump candidacy.



BTW: Who's 'we'?

More very good polling data for Clinton in several swing states:

http://www.politico.com/blogs/swing-states-2016-election/2016/08/poll-clinton-trump-colorado-north-carolina-virginia-226955

So far $10 Trump, $10 Hillary.

The incredible Time magazine cover story on Trump's meltdown.



http://time.com/4447985/inside-donald-trump-meltdown/

POLITICO: GOP INSIDERS SAY TRUMP CAN'T WIN



http://www.politico.com/story/2016/08/donald-trump-electoral-votes-gop-insiders-226932