05-26-2016, 06:53 PM
(05-26-2016, 11:50 AM)Maggot Wrote: It looks like Trump has secured the GOP nomination.
Yep, it's a reality. A surreal one, for me.
I was really hoping one or two other Republicans would stay in the race and we'd get to see a contested convention in action.
Bernie's gaining on Hillary in California and there's a campaign underway to oust Debbie Wasserman Schultz from the DNC chairmanship. So, it's still possible that the Democratic convention could be contested (though I don't think it's likely).
Clinton won't debate Bernie ahead of California. So, Bernie challenged Trump to a debate. Trump said he would do it for $10 million towards charity. Bernie replied, "game on". That would be very interesting. However, I think Trump will back out. Bernie's not vulnerable when it comes to integrity, consistency, and personal issues. And, Bernie has no problem calling Trump out harshly and navigating back to the issues. Bernie has nothing to lose and a lot to gain from taking on Trump ahead of California. But, it would be risky for Trump. I really hope it happens.