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What happens if Trump wins?

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Soapalert · 31/07/2016 07:28

I know the comments Trump has made about blocking Muslims from the USA, and building a wall between the states and Mexico. But what will the world look like if he becomes president? People seem to be afraid of his success and suggest we 'should push the button now' or that he will be assassinated. Surely he comments are to stir up media interest?

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claig · 03/08/2016 21:31

I doubt it is true, just the Establishment Republicans and RINOs trying to help Hillary and sink Trump. We will be seeing much more of this and splits in the Republican camp as the Establishment tries every last despearte trick to save themselves and stop Trump.

The idea will be to get all their media mates to spin the story that Trump is sinking, hoping that the pressure will mount on Trump and that he will cave in. But they have never come across an opponent like Trump. They will have to dream on.

"Trump Allies Plot Candidate Intervention After Disastrous 48 Hours"

www.nbcnews.com/politics/2016-election/trump-allies-plot-candidate-intervention-after-disastrous-48-hours-n622216

helenatroy · 03/08/2016 21:19

Twitter saying watch this space that something serious is happening with Trump. With talk of replacing him. Am searching for news now. Let's hope it's true.

UnderTheGreenwoodTree · 03/08/2016 20:41

Our American friends, who live in the UK but have a vote in the US, love Obama, and hate Trump. Thinking about it, it makes sense. We're really not likely to be friends with Trump fans, as we also love Obama and hate Trump.

I'm terrified of Trump getting in. I read a piece in something like the NY Times where they said a Trump presidency was a genuine risk to the constitution - he's likely to try and run the US like he runs his business ie. by riding roughshod over everyone else.

Whereas Clinton knows her stuff, has worked in law and government for so long it's like she's been training her whole life for it.

needastrongone · 03/08/2016 20:19

In Florida on holiday at present. We've been chatting to various American folk about Brexit and about the election. Haven't heard one person speak in a negative manner re Obama. Most here seem to hope Clinton will win, but in the 'lesser of 2 evils' manner, rather than with enthusiasm.

This is clearly anecdotal and general and in no way indicative of the whole.

PacificDogwod · 03/08/2016 20:11

I don't 'hate' Trump (as I don't know him).
I have serious concerns about his suitability for office, his policies (or lack thereof) and his hair colour.
That is all.

Lweji · 03/08/2016 20:08

I'm curious. Why did that black person (soldier?) hate Obama?
And how old were they?

Cooroo · 03/08/2016 20:06

Just back from a wedding with a lot of Americans, mostly black or Hispanic. All of them thought Trump was a nightmare.

newshoes68 · 03/08/2016 19:35

The black person who made the hate comment said nothing about racism.
Unfortunately your ignorance and narrow mindedness Did.
Shame that's how low you can go.

Canyouforgiveher · 03/08/2016 17:33

And they all Hate Obama - not my words .

That says more about your guests than Obama.

Much of the "hatred" of Obama, as opposed to dislike of his policies or disagreement with his politics, is based in racism.

Lweji · 03/08/2016 15:29

What's "Al khida"?

I hope that was a typo, or I'd be very concerned about knowledge of current affairs. :)

annandale · 03/08/2016 14:35

Still scrolling past most of the posts, though it's interesting how few conspiracy theories make even a small amount of sense.

It's really encouraging that the nation that voted Obama in twice is now giving Clinton an 8 point lead. I ♥ America.

newshoes68 · 03/08/2016 14:24

Gets a reaction and the post read

lljkk · 03/08/2016 14:08

Ah man, we have 2 paranoid delusionals now (Claig & Newshoes).

Many Republicans will vote for Clinton because "She's the only adult at the table" as my Wall St. banker cousin put it.

SpecialAgentFreyPie · 03/08/2016 11:47

Goodness! I apologise for my appalling grammar.typos Blush

SpecialAgentFreyPie · 03/08/2016 11:45

I think the thing that makes Trump so much worse to be than say, Bush is that Bush seemed stupid. Trump seems... Unstable.

newshoes68 · 03/08/2016 11:32

Yes have done - again another interesting point of view .

Beachtrowel · 03/08/2016 11:22

You want to read the David Icke forums, you'll love them.

newshoes68 · 03/08/2016 11:03

Read some of Rex Rennels stuff blogged in the USA - he has a very interesting point of view .

newshoes68 · 03/08/2016 11:00

.... And 9/11 was by Al khida . And bin laden . ..... Another excuse for a war !!

Threesoundslikealot · 03/08/2016 10:52

I don't think people are underestimating Trump right now. On the contrary, they are appalled at the real prospect of him winning. Recognising him as a political force is entirely different to agreeing with his policies.

Having read your link on military voting (and I wonder whether you ever, ever read the links others post?) the final paragraph says that the poll reflects voter party declarations and nothing more - registered Republicans support Trump. A big chunk of responders weren't planning to vote at all.

Lweji · 03/08/2016 10:51

Claig - the public still believe that the MI6 hacker spy put himself in the duffle bag and zipped it up!!

No, they don't. Grin

Is that the shocker?

newshoes68 · 03/08/2016 10:50

Claig - the public still believe that the MI6 hacker spy put himself in the duffle bag and zipped it up!! ConfusedConfused

claig · 03/08/2016 10:48

Claig- the general public have not got a clue - I'm guessing you now someone military too'

No, I don't know any US military, but I listen to Trump's advisers and US military experts like Lt Col Mike Flynn and others on US talkshows and they know what is really going on. Trump will be taking a lot of political crooks down when he releases the info he has been told.

Threesoundslikealot · 03/08/2016 10:45

Trump didn't know there are Russian forces in Crimea.

Military personnel vote for right wing candidate shocker! That has never happened before. Oh, wait...

claig · 03/08/2016 10:45

'Former Hillary Clinton press secretary: 'Peril' to underestimate Donald Trump'

edition.cnn.com/2016/05/13/politics/hillary-clinton-donald-trump-peril/

They all know what Trump will do when he cleans house. Davos knows and none of them underestimate him. They have never come across someone like Trump before, this is not the usual "career politician" games, the "bought and paid for" stuff.

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