Dear Hillary...

[WestVirginiaRebel]

The Week:

Dear Hillary,

 

I have to admit, you have me worried. And for more than just the usual reasons.

 

In the week since it became clear you would be facing Donald Trump in the general election, I've sensed giddy delight coming from your camp.

 

Believe me, I get it.

 

Trump has incredibly high unfavorable ratings. Women hate him, as do Hispanic voters. The very things that made him attractive to the Republican base — the anger, the fear-mongering, the misogyny — could drive millions of undecided voters into your outstretched, welcoming arms.

 

And all of this comes on top of fundamentals that give a substantial edge to the Democrat in any presidential contest these days. From 1992 to 2012, the Democratic nominee always won 18 states, plus the District of Columbia, that are worth a combined 242 electoral votes — just 28 short of the 270 needed to win the presidency. Over the same six elections, Republicans have consistently won 13 states with a total of 102 electoral votes. That means a generic GOP candidate has a much narrower path to victory than a generic Democrat. Add in The Donald's distinctive negatives, and it probably looks like you'll be facing a cakewalk in the fall.

 

Don't believe it.

________

 

Letter from a Clinton supporter.