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My answer is that [Donald] Trump would not be permitted to…

“My answer is that [Donald] Trump would not be permitted to win. Why do I say that? Because he's had every establishment off side; Trump doesn't have one establishment, maybe with the exception of the Evangelicals, if you can call them an establishment, but banks, intelligence [agencies], arms…” quote by Julian Assange
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“My answer is that [Donald] Trump would not be permitted to win. Why do I say that? Because he's had every establishment off side; Trump doesn't have one establishment, maybe with the exception of the Evangelicals, if you can call them an establishment, but banks, intelligence [agencies], arms companies... big foreign money ... are all united behind Hillary Clinton, and the media as well, media owners and even journalists themselves.”

Julian Assange

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The author argues Trump lacks establishment support, unlike Clinton, affecting election dynamics.

In simple terms: Trump is an outsider lacking traditional backing.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the impact of establishment support.

Themes

politics election establishment

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political commentary

When to use this quote

  • voter behavior
  • political analysis

Key Concepts

media influence party dynamics campaign strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What other factors influence election outcomes?
  • How does outsider status affect voter perception?
A Different Perspective

Establishment support is not the sole determinant of success.

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