Analysis Of Paul Krugman's Essay 'Actually Existing Hillary'

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Mr. Krugman effectively makes his argument for Hillary as a valid presidential candidate in his opinion piece “Actually Existing Hillary”. In his article he describes Hillary as having what should be well known strengths and not being the “horrible figure” or “dominant figure” that she is portrayed as in the media. Even though I disagree with his argument and support for Hillary as president, he makes a persuasive argument in her defense while incorporating some humor at the expense of the Republican candidates.
In the opinion piece “Actually Existing Hillary” (2015), Paul Krugman argues that Hillary Clinton is a “… qualified, plausible candidate for president.” Krugman argues this by describing her as having well known strengths and innocent

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