Linh Quach

Mr. Robinson
U-S government
November 7, 2016.

Election Notebook

PART 1: 10 Newspaper articles

1. Donald Trump: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-35064717

Could Donald Trump really be US president?
*Summary: According to the article, there are many chances that trump could win the nomination, which
is true because he has the skill in giving speech to rule a group of people. Also his support is not simply
capped at 25%, and even if it were, he can still win several early contests and build more momentum
(BBC News 12/11/15). He has not had to spend any real money, but has allocated significant resources to
building some structure in the early states. However, in order for him to actually win the presidency and
become a president of the whole nation, the United States is almost impossible. Never, ever has a major
US political party nominated someone so utterly lacking in experience as Trump. Donald Trump has
clearly tapped a noxious nerve among Republican voters insecure about the economy, the country's
changing demography and terrorism. But he also benefits from the self-fulfilling cycle of unending press
coverage. (BBC News, 12/11/16)Could he win the general election and become president? No way. Polls
have long shown Hillary Clinton, the likely Democratic nominee, edging out all the Republican
possibilities, Trump included.
Presidential candidates Ohio Governor John Kasich (L-R), speaks while Jeb Bush, Sen. Marco Rubio (R-
FL), Donald Trump, Ben Carson, and Ted Cruz (R-TX) take part in the Republican Presidential Debate
sponsored by Fox Business and the Wall Street Journal at the Milwaukee Theatre November 10, 2015 in
Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
2. Donald Trump: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-34903577
Donald Trump: 22 things the Republican believes.
*Summary: Trump believes Muslims should be attacked by law enforcement as a counterterrorism
initiative. He also believes that the US should use military in fighting against Islamic State. Additionally,
Donald Trump doesnt like illegal immigrants with a believe that US owns a lot of debts because of those
illegal immigrants. Trump wants to create a simpler tax code. Trump wants anyone who earns less than
$25,000 (16,524) to pay no income tax (5/9/16). They would submit nothing more than a single page
tax form that reads "I win". He would lower the business tax to 15%. He would also allow multinational
companies keeping money overseas to repatriate their cash at a 10% tax rate. (BBC News 5/9/16).
-Trumps wants to build a "great, great wall" between the US and Mexico to prevent illegal
immigrant from Mexico. Also, the Mexican have pay for the price of building the wall, which a BBC
analysis estimates could cost between $2.2bn and $13bn.
-In order to end mass shootings, the US should invest in mental health treatment. However,
Trump does not believe that more gun control is the answer. In a position paper on gun rights, Trump
revealed he has a concealed carry permit and that when it comes to gun and magazine bans, "the
government has no business dictating what types of firearms good, honest people are allowed to own". He
would also oppose an expansion of background checks.
3. Hillary Clinton: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-20874451
Profile: Hillary Clinton.
* Summary: Hillary Rodham Clinton was born 26 October, 1947 in Chicago, and graduated from Yale
Law School in 1973. She got marry with Bill Clinton in 1975, and remained politically active after Mr
Clinton became governor of Arkansas in 1978. During the year of 1993-2001, she went Campaigned for
expanding health insurance and women's rights as first lady; however, following her failure to deliver on
a plan for universal health coverage - which was never even debated in Congress - many critics saw her as
overambitious and politically naive. Elected New York senator in 2000 and re-elected by wide margin in
2006. In 2008, failed bid for Democratic Party presidential nomination. 2009-2013: Secretary of State.
-In 2000, as the Clinton presidency was drawing to a close, she successfully ran for senator in
New York State, positioning herself in the centre of the Democratic Party.
She voted for the invasion of Iraq in 2003, but distanced herself from the conduct of the conflict, and
called for the withdrawal of US troops. She easily won re-election as a senator in 2006.
In 2000, as the Clinton presidency was drawing to a close, she successfully ran for senator in New York
State, positioning herself in the centre of the Democratic Party. She voted for the invasion of Iraq in 2003
but distanced herself from the conduct of the conflict, and called for the withdrawal of US troops. She
easily won re-election as a senator in 2006.In 2008 she sought the Democratic nomination for the
presidential election. However critics - including within her own party - saw her as a divisive figure for
whom many Americans would never vote.
In the end, Barack Obama secured the nomination and went on to win the general election.
4. Hillary Clinton: http://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2016-35788116
Is Wall Street a problem for Hillary Clinton?
* Summary: Would-be US Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton may know that better than
anyone.Liberals accuse her of being too close to big business, conservatives says she is more liberal than
President Obama. Mrs. Clinton has always had one steadfast group of supporters though - Wall Street.
The 2016 presidential election is proving a trying time for this long standing relationship. Wall Street-
hating and banker-bashing has been a theme raised by Ms Clinton's Democratic opponent and Republican
rivals.
-According to the Center for Responsive Politics, between 1999 and 2016 Mrs Clinton raised a
total of over $400m (278m) from all donors for her four campaigns (two for senate, two for the
president) (BBC news 4/14/16). The biggest group supporting her throughout that time have been
lawyers - many of whom represent big banks and retirees - who are the largest group of donors to nearly
every campaign in 2016. Hillary Clinton campaign donors chart, but three of her top five individual
donors have been Wall Street banks - Goldman Sachs, Citibank, and JP Morgan.
And throughout her career, donors from the securities and investment sector have donated over $14m,
while those classified as working in the finance and commercial banking industry have added another
$7.8m. Wall Street does not just donate to Mrs Clinton's campaigns, it also pays her for speeches. Not
only does Mrs Clinton have the financial support of Wall Street, she has a lot of personal support from
major players.
5. Jill Stein: https://www.thenation.com/article/your-vote-for-jill-stein-is-a-wasted-vote/
Your Vote for Jill Stein Is a Wasted Vote
- If the last three presidential elections are any guide, 75 to 90 percent of those who say that theyre
planning to vote for Green Party candidate Jill Stein in November wont follow through. Yes, there are
some dedicated Green voters, but much of the partys support is an expression of contempt for the
Democrats that evaporates in the voting booth. The Green Party claims to have at least 137 members in
elected office. That might sound respectable, but thats 43 fewer than it had in 2003. One could argue that
running presidential campaigns earns candidates like Stein and David Cobb more media attention, but that
hasnt resulted in a growing number of seats for the Greens. Many Greens think that their vote isnt
wasted because it sends a powerful message to Washington. But why would anyone in power pay
attention to the 0.36 percent of the popular vote that Jill Stein won in 2012, when 42 percent of eligible
voters just stayed home? Political parties are merely vessels.
6. Gary Johnson: http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/05/us/politics/gary-johnson-libertarian-third-
party.html?_r=0
Libertarian Gary Johnson Polls at 10 Percent. Who Are His Supporters?
- Gary Johnson, the Libertarian candidate for president, may be on track to win more votes than any third-
party candidate in 20 years. Mr. Johnson, a former Republican governor of New Mexico, is relying
heavily on the backing of young people and independent voters disillusioned with the two major parties
nominees. More than 70 percent of his backers are younger than 50, and over three-fifths are political
independents. Thirteen percent of Mr. Johnsons backers are black or Latino, compared with just 6 percent
for Mr. Trump. And while just 42 percent of Mr. Trumps supporters are women, the Pew center found
that Mr. Johnsons are evenly divided 51 percent women, 49 percent men.
7. CA US Senate race: http://www.dailynews.com/government-and-politics/20161022/loretta-sanchez-
has-sparked-up-californias-sleepy-us-senate-race
The occasional sparks of life in Californias otherwise sleepy U.S. Senate race come courtesy of the
freewheeling Loretta Sanchez sometimes to her benefit, sometimes not. But the biggest surprise of her
career could come if she upsets fellow Democrat Harris, the states attorney general, on Nov. 8. Harris
finished the primary with a 21-percentage point lead over Sanchez. Some polls show that advantage
shrinking, but Harris continues to lead by double-digits in most surveys. Sanchez may be preferred by
fellow House members, but Harris is the darling of the Democratic establishment. Her endorsements
include President Barack Obama, Gov. Jerry Brown, Sens. Boxer and Dianne Feinstein, and the
California Democratic Party. So far, Pelosi, has steered clear of the fray. Harris measured manner has
served her well, but Sanchezs spontaneous approach can make her seem more personable. It can also
leave her vulnerable to gaffs that have offended Muslims, Native Americans and Vietnamese. Those
ethnic groups that have largely supported her otherwise and CAIR, the nations most prominent Muslim-
rights advocacy group, has endorsed both Sanchez and Harris.
8. CA US Senate race: http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/California-US-Senate-race-is-a-one-party-
affair-9957032.php
Democrats have dominated California politics for years; the party holds every statewide office and
controls both chambers of the Legislature.But it's the first time in the modern era that a Republican will
not appear on the Senate ballot. The choice for voters is two Democratic women, state Attorney General
Kamala Harris or U.S. Rep. Loretta Sanchez. The one-party dynamic has reordered the low-key contest,
all but erasing public interest in what will be a certain Democratic victory while affecting everything from
fundraising to strategy for the candidates. The race has recently become an unwelcome sight for many
Democrats, with the candidates and their campaigns exchanging sharp attacks. Harris' campaign has
criticized Sanchez for missing a string of House votes, while Sanchez has argued that the prosecutor
Harris talks but rarely delivers. Harris, as attorney general, typically does not take positions on ballot
measures, her office said. She has promoted her record as a lifetime prosecutor, including taking on banks
accused of improper mortgage foreclosures. Her campaign has repeatedly criticized Sanchez for missing
House votes. The Democrat-against-Democrat contest has historic overtones: Sanchez, if elected, could
become one of the first Latinas to hold a U.S. Senate seat and Harris could become the first Indian woman
and the second black woman elected to the chamber.
9. California propositions : http://www.breitbart.com/california/2016/10/27/propositions-
fleischman-7-ugliest-california-ballot/
Prop. 55 & Prop. 56 Because we need taxes in California to be the highest in the nation, here are two
massive tax increases placed right in front of you. Public employee unions have placed Proposition 55 on
the ballot, extending these higher income tax rates through 2030, costing taxpayers billions of dollars
annually. Proposition 56 adds a $2 tax to every pack of cigarettes sold (currently, the tax is 87 cents). This
tax would generate around $1.4 billion, a small fraction of which would go to anti-smoking efforts.
Prop. 57 Jerry Browns Lets Put Violent Criminals Back On The Street Act is a terrible measure.
Dont be fooled by the false and misleading ballot title and summary that leftist Attorney General Kamala
Harris put on this one it will reduce prison sentences for many, many violent criminals and put them
back on the streets.
Prop. 58 The Kids Dont Need To Learn English Act. In 1998, when it was clear that many, many kids
whose primary language was not English, were rising through public schools being taught in their native
language, and not gaining English fluency, California voters passed Proposition 227, the English for the
Children initiative. That measure requires that non-English speakers be taught English through English-
language immersion. After its first year in place, the numbers of those achieving English literacy shot up
by over 20%
Prop. 62 The death penalty for the death penalty. This is as straightforward as it sounds
10. California propositions : http://www.politifact.com/california/article/2016/oct/12/bernie-
sanders-prop-61-great-california-taxpayers-/
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders added his star power to Californias Yes on 61 ballot campaign this month,
appearing in TV ads across the state urging voters to support the November initiative to lower
prescription drug prices. In his trademark populist-style, Sanders calls on Californians to "stand up" to the
greed of Big Pharma, as people who cant afford their medicine are dying "just so these companies can
make outrageous profits." Sanders describes the measure as not just the right moral approach, but also a
fiscal benefit, one that could "reverberate all over America." Prop 61, also called the California Drug
Price Relief Act, would prohibit the state from paying more for prescription drugs than the lowest price
paid by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the same drug. It makes sense for Sanders to bring up
taxpayer cost: California spent $3.8 billion on prescription drugs in the 2014-15 fiscal year for state
employees, retirees and prison inmates. Prop 61 would impact the price the state spends for drugs on
these groups, but would not directly apply to drug costs for the general public.

PART 2: Sample Ballot Questions

1. There are 17 propositions are listed on the CA statewide ballot for this election.
2. Propositions 62,63,64
62: Death penalty: whether criminal should be executive or not which is really important how people
would care about criminals lives or not.
63: Firearms: guns and ammunition; limit how many ammunition people can have which is good and
people shouldnt have gun anyway.
64: Marijuana legalization: this is always a controversial. Young people mostly would want this to legal
however not the adult. People always go back and forth on this subject.
3. Kamala D. Harris | DEMOCRATIC: it is time to repair the ladder of opportunity for more Californians
and more Americans. Took on violent predators, including the transnational criminal organizations and
human traffickers who profit from exploiting women and children. I prosecuted polluters and big oil
companies, took on the big Wall Street banks and worked across the aisle to pass the nations toughest
anti-foreclosure law to protect our homeowners, create jobs,...
Loretta L. Sanchez | DEMOCRATIC: fought passionately in Congress for 20 years for education,
affordable college, healthcare reform, immigration reform, gender equality, LGBT rights, raising the
minimum wage, and environmental protection,...
4. November 8, 2016
Election Day
Polls are open 7:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.
5. It would be faster and less crowded; dont have to get in line to vote. November 1, 2016 is the last day
to vote by mail.
6. It would be at 6952 Hood Dr Westminster, CA 92683 or Fryberger Elementary School.

PART 3: Website Review

Donald Trump: Republican

a. Website address: https://www.donaldjtrump.com/
Title: Make America Great Again!
b. The picture of Trump describes a kindness of him behind his friendly smile, and it also
makes him looks powerful by the view of the picture showed. With the peace symbol; more or
less, brings the message of wanted peace based on Trumps body language.
c. The main purpose of this website is the person that created this website wanted the
support from the people/citizen. For the fact that he/she is choosing this picture as a main point
of the entire website is to making the people to have an idea that Donald Trump will be a great
president by that peace sign of him, and his friendly smile he had in the picture.
d. One thing that I found very interesting is that theres only good things/articles about
Trump.

Hillary Clinton: Democrat

a. Website address: https://www.hillaryclinton.com/
Title: Love trumps hate.
b. This website is for the majority of people who did not support Trumps because the
wallpaper of this website shown how and why we should not support Trump.
c. The purpose of this website is to make people feel bad about Trump itself and The
Republican in general, also to support Hillary Clinton as well as Democratic system.
d. This website is only talk bad about Trump but not the other candidates. Also, this website
need donation.

Kamala D. Harris: Democrat

A. http://www.kamalaharris.org/
B. Pictures of her and her public services
C. Donate and everyone should enter to vote for her. Express other issues as well.
D. Donation on every pages.

Loretta L. Sanchez: Democrat

A. http://loretta.org/
B. Pictures of her and her public services
C. Donate and everyone should enter to vote for her. Express other issues as well.
D. Donation on every pages.

Category 2
A. http://www.electoral-vote.com/
B. The main message of these website is showing the current vote on each candidate.
C. Dark blue: Strongly Democratic (Democrat leads by >= 10%)
Middle blue: Likely Democratic (Democrat leads by 5-9%)
Light blue: Barely Democratic (Democrat leads by 1-4%)
White: Tossup (currently exactly tied)
Light red: Barely Republican (Republican leads by 1-4%)
Middle red: Likely Republican (Republican leads by 5-9%)
Dark red: Strongly Republican (Republican leads by >= 10%)
D. Dem pickups vs. 2012: NC
GOP pickups vs. 2012: IA NV OH
E. Clinton: 317
Trump: 221
F. NV, AZ, CO, NM, FL, GA, SC, NC, OH, and MI
Each of these states have percentage of 40-46%, and the percentage difference between two candidates is
about 1-2%
G. Many states had being one-sided for a long time and havent change since then.