With the presidential nominees all but assured, the celebrated ritual lacks suspense – but election could be ‘the worst in modern history’Microphone in hand, Nikki Haley was delivering a well-rehearsed stump speech when a primal cry came from the audience. “He cannot win a general election!” yelled a man, referring to Donald Trump and the ex-president’s chance against Joe Biden. “It is madness!”Haley supporters at a campaign rally in a tiny Washington hotel on Friday signaled their agreement. But they are in a distinct minority within the Republican party as the biggest day of this year’s primary election campaign approaches. Continue reading…
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Author : David Smith in Washington
Publish date : 2024-03-04 10:00:26
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