Team #2
Collaborative Session#1
Task A:
Tuesday, November 8, 2016 will be the 58 quadrennial US presidential election. Over the last 58 elections, never has there been a more controversial topic to speaks about. From the issues that are being debated about, to the Presidential candidates themselves. This year 's’ Presidential race has been closely monitored by people from all different demographics. The issues debated will not only have an impact on the United States, but they will have an even bigger impact on other countries all over the world. An estimated 50 million people are projected to vote on November 8, 2016, and 58% of Americans between the ages of 18-24 will be voting in this year 's election. These number can play a huge part in determining who will be the next President of the United States. There are four primary candidates for the 2016 Presidential election are, but only two of them are gaining so much attention. Never has there been an electoral race that contains so much dislike for the top nominees. The race between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump has caused many Americans to question whether or not they should vote with their party, or to start looking into other candidates who they might view as a better fit for President. Millennials in particular have been really outspoken about the subject. According to an article in fortune.com “ Millennials gave Clinton less than 30% of their votes in key primaries, and 25% of young Republicans say they will vote
In the 2016 election, the two candidates running for President are: Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Many people voting in this year's election are wanting someone different, someone who can get their points across. People are wanting someone who says, and will, make a difference in the world. America is filled with many disagreements and issues, especially on security as in NSA Surveillance; they also have issues on terrorists, and how they interrogate and torture them.
When George Washington was elected President in 1789 by members of the fledgling United States of America, he was setting into motion a tradition that has stood the test of over 225 years - the presidential election. Even as the United States has seen dozens of wars, made hundreds of scientific advances, and selected thousands of politicians to seats everywhere from small town councils to Congress, the principles of the election have remained the same; the people band together to determine who will best protect their interests at home and assure that the US will always remain on top in foreign policy. Oftentimes, this is found to be a difficult decision, as public opinion is constantly wavering. One sees this in action particularly during the 1992 election - a battle of wills between Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Ross Perot; complete with lead changes, major vote swings, and Perot’s unprecedented initial success - ultimately a false alarm to the bipartisan establishment.
The 1980 presidential election of the United States featured three primary candidates, Republican Ronald Reagan, Democrat Jimmy Carter and liberal Republican John Anderson. Ronald Reagan was the governor of California before he decided to run for the presidency. John Anderson was a representative in Illinois and Carter was the incumbent. The lengthy Iran hostage crisis sharpened public opinions by the beginning of the election season. In the 1970s, the United States were experiencing a straining episode of low economic growth, high price increases and interest rates and an irregular energy crisis. The sense of discomfort in both domestic and foreign affairs in the nation were heading downward, this added to the downward spiral that was already going on. Between Carter, Anderson and Reagan, the general election campaign of the 1980s seemed more concerned with shadowboxing around political issues rather than a serious discussion of the issues that concerned voters.
November 4, 2008 marked a monumental moment in United States history. American presidential elections were revolutionized because of the 2008 presidential election between democratic candidate Barack Obama and republican candidate John McCain. After eight years, President George W. Bush., Americans were waiting for, what would be the key word of this election - change. The U.S. had the opportunity to witness history with either the first African-American president or first female vice president. It was a full year of pricey campaigning, nationally broadcasted debates, and party strategies, media controversies involving candidates and their families. It also was a year where America realized how the Internet can affect an election. In June
The most recent presidential election has been one of the most dividing in the history of America. While President Trump won the electoral vote, Hillary Clinton won the popular vote, creating a divide in workplaces, schools, and many other public places. The greatest challenges that the President will need to address first are the unity of Americans for the acceptance of all people and the education of young people, as they are the future of our nation.
After research-filled, highly targeted, and negative campaigns, the results of the 2016 Presidential Election stunned the world. But were these results really all that surprising? America was prepared for a change in policy and election projections were incorrect due to the fact that there existed many “under cover Trumpers”, whom voted their conscience but were not willing to openly admit their political beliefs for fear of condemnation. The 2016 Presidential Election results open many areas for research into the legitimacy of the Electoral College, civic engagement, and campaign strategies as well as raises concerns over the fear American people possessed in defending their political values.
The 2016 presidential election seemed to be a particularly hectic election. On November 8,2016, I was checking my Facebook newsfeed. As I scrolled through my newsfeed, I see a lot of posts related to the election. People would post opinions on each of the presidential candidates as well as which their predictions of which candidate will win. The newspaper websites provided frequent updates throughout the day to inform people about the progress of the election. That night, I watched tentatively as the ballots were being counted, and I saw people’s comments of shock and disbelief when Trump managed to get ahead of Hillary in terms of electoral college votes.
We first talked about whether or not voters should vote, but now let’s look on the other hand of the candidates. Another issue that faces the candidates is
This year’s presidential election has been riddled with controversy and drama. The two presidential nominees, Hillary Clinton, and Donald Trump, each have questionable acts. As voting time approaches and the debates come to an end many individuals must decide who is fit to run the country. By considering their backgrounds, verifying the validity of their policies, and brining into consideration their performance in the debates, a suitable president should be found.
Finally able to vote in the presidential election, young adults find themselves picking between two controversial candidates.
The upcoming Presidential Election is unlike any other. Two very different candidates with widely disparate political experience and personalities square off against each other in a bitter, contentious battle. Neither candidate seems very popular or likeable, yet one of them will be sworn in as President of the United States come January. In many ways this presidential election is unprecedented. The candidates from both parties are perceived as extremely unfavorable. And, while the establishment candidate Hillary Clinton currently leads the race, more recent polls show that her lead over her outsider opponent, reality television star and real estate magnate Donald Trump, is weakening. What is not unprecedented about this election, however,
It is easy to glance at the 2016 Presidential Election and paint it as a looney bin with unpredictable results, wacky campaigns, and erratic candidates. However, after studying the election closely, I have discovered quite the contrary. In fact, I would even go as far to suggest that each candidate was a master of their craft—rhetoric. Looking back, it is entertaining to see how each candidate enhances their credibility, evokes a fusillade of emotions, and presents certain calculated policies. If asked several months ago, I would have provided an entirely different answer which would have compared the election and its candidates to a circus and its intricate members. My enlightened grasp on the election was elucidated through various readings, weekly blog posts, and three term projects which allowed me to thoroughly analyze the campaigns. Although learning about the strategic ways to employ presidential rhetoric was the focal point of my class, I finished with new skills and experiences that will benefit my writing abilities. The adversity I faced because of late nights and unsatisfying grades has provided me with a sense of clarity and humility that has made me a more attentive and refined writer.
The 2016 presidential election is one of the most important and controversial elections in living memory. Republican? Democrat? The country seems to be almost evenly divided on political, moral, and economic problems facing the United States and the world. Trump, Clinton, and the other candidates are working to inspire the American People to vote to “grow stronger together” or “to make America great again”. Numerous citizens of the country have announced that they are leaving the country if the candidate that they dislike wins the presidential election. Many people are turning these dark days into a game- who will vote which candidate. When driving, working, and even reading some people have been playing an almost perpetual game of Guess Who
In November 2000 American citizens watched one of the most cinematic reality moments unravel. The entire world tuned into major new media stations like CNN, or Fox News for the winner of the 2000 Presidential election. Every news outlet called Florida to Gore and then to Bush, but the margin was only 0.5% difference with George Bush seeming to take a very important edge over Former Vice-President Al Gore. This event lead to a very conspiracy based recount. Eventually leading America to Former President George W Bush. But really who won the true American vote. Al Gore was leading but George Bush won Triumph even though Bush was missing 534,895 of the American voters (Cauchon & Drinkard, 2001). The popular vote which is the vote of the people was disregarded, and the Electoral College votes allowed for a shameful stab at the democracy of America. America the Election of the face of America which is president and is decided by a complete fault in American Democracy. We need to change the law, and push America’s democracy to allowing the popular vote to be the method of choosing president. My defense of this is running deep, and pure because the Electoral College has some serious faults. This method has impacted 4 elections, and brought someone who didn’t win the vote of the people to secure the residence at Pennsylvania Ave (White House). Followed by this it’s hypocritical method compared to the American constitution. Yes, there are some con to the popular vote which can be
State and local elections create a series of moments that are sometimes stressful for the voters who are faced with the decision making process that could have a major impact on their lives and their communities. Selecting and voting for the candidate that holds the values, qualities and opinions that a voter shares is often not so clear cut. Presidential elections have the potential for creating even greater stress and anxiety due to the power and control that the voters give to one individual. Voters have to consider the quality of a sole being that will eventually make decisions that impact the entire nation, and ultimately every individual citizen. This decision making process for both the candidates and the voters can be observed from multiple psychological perspectives; ranging from the social to the psychoanalytic. The 2008 Presidential election, however, presents even more perspectives due to the candidacy of a well known, strong female and a dynamic and charismatic African American. In light of the fact that either one of these candidates will constitute a “first” if they win the election, many voters may be influenced by a number of psychological perspectives as Election Day approaches.