Donald Trump's Stereotypes

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Iowa was the pinnacle in determining and defining our candidates, choosing its candidate by various traits each party wanted. According to New York Times entrance polls, the night’s winner Ted Cruz won by establishing his prime stance on matters of terrorism and government spending amounts. The Donald Trump who came 2nd place excelled in gaining voters concerned about terrorism (Jones, Kagay). After such result, Ted gives his speech to the populace of Iowa, within one paragraph, Cruz has declared, “ Iowa has sent notice that the Republican nominee for the next president of the United States will not be chosen by the media.” It is clear this message has been directed towards Donald Trump, suggesting Trump’s only big win is with the media; such …show more content…
He won by 30% more than Clinton (Jones, Kagay), a few write-in for Martin O'Malley who had previously dropped out after Iowa caucus. At this point the exit polls determine a change in political philosophy, 50% of voters think only Sander’s is trustworthy and honest, in addition he has swayed public opinion about his policies; appealing in health care, economic job, terrorism and income inequality over Hillary Clinton (Bowers, Bloch, Giratikanon, Wilson) …show more content…
(Bowers, Bloch, Giratikanon, Wilson)” on the other hand the Republican establishment is having difficulties in getting their own candidate Jeb Bush to appeal general public—being thrown off by Trumps unexpected win has cause ruptured in both the Republican party and election onlookers. Democrat Hillary Clinton won massively by 73.5 % over Sander’s 26%, compared to the Republican party Clinton has progressed her status with african-american voters especially those who are female (Jones, Kagay), additionally she won with a majority yet still does not gain young voters as Sanders does. This distinction between two diverse demographics in one single state allows many to see a years of history affect everyday life; those who want the past changed and those who want to preserve.

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