Democratic and independent voters are crystal clear about the candidate they’d be most excited to see in the 2020 presidential field: Someone entirely new. Oh, and also the most seasoned prospect. Asking voters their pick for president more than a year before the primaries begin typically doesn’t tell you much […] Read more »
CNN Poll: More see Trump win likely as Biden leads crowded Democratic field
Americans are becoming more likely to think President Donald Trump will win a second term in office, while Joe Biden stands atop a crowded field of Democrats perhaps looking to replace him, according to a new CNN Poll conducted by SSRS. CONT. Jennifer Agiesta, CNN Read more »
Michael Bloomberg’s Road Map to the White House
… You are Michael Bloomberg, and you want to be president. Can you make it happen, even assuming the “best case” scenario of Democrats nominating Vermont Sen. Bernard Sanders and the GOP picking either Donald Trump or Texas Sen. Ted Cruz? A quick check of the national political environment is […] Read more »
The Rise of Independents and the Weakening of the Two-Party System
The two candidates for their party nominations who are drawing the biggest crowds, drawing fervent enthusiasm from their supporters, and seem to be driving the political conversation are running against the establishment. Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump are both basically independents seeking a nod from the incumbent parties. Add to […] Read more »
Bloomberg for President?
Michael Bloomberg announced that he may run. Currently he is trading at about 1-2% to be president; this value is unconditional, so would likely go up, should he run. I see how Michael Bloomberg could get upwards of 20% or more of the popular vote for president of the United […] Read more »
Is it crazy for Michael Bloomberg to run for president? Maybe not.
Today’s report that former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is considering a 2016 presidential run raises a few questions. What is he thinking? Does he really think he can win? And is it worth a billion dollars of his own money? Here are the answers: He is thinking rationally. […] Read more »