Mayor Pete

[P. Clodius Pulcher did nothing wrong]

Who does Al Gore support? Newsom seems like it would make sense for him. Also love your TL

[America Needs R'hllor]

Who does Al Gore support? Newsom seems like it would make sense for him. Also love your TL

Oh that's a good idea! He's supporting Pete Buttigieg due to his actions to bring green energy industries to Indiana during his term as Governor, as well as Gore moving more to the left on economic issues in recent years, making Newsom a bit too 'establishment' for him.

[America Needs R'hllor]

Jeb!

"Mr. Hogan," Rand Paul was flashing in the TV screen, speaking in an accusing tone, "you're not a conservative. You've supported the terrible abortion industry, supported limiting the most basic freedoms of Americans to bear guns, supported liberal social measures. You stand against our values as a party and, I believe, as a country."

Jeb drank some more of his tea, calmly watching the screen and waiting for Hogan's response. He preferred to sleep early rather than stay awake last night to watch the GOP debate, so he was watching it now, in the morning.

"Look," Hogan said, looking directly at the screen and ignoring Paul. "Mr. Paul here is trying to turn your attention away from the real issues affecting your everyday lives. Yes, while personally pro-life and pro-gun rights, I governed in a very liberal state where the legislature was very Democratic. The people of Maryland didn't elect and reelect me by wide margins because of my social views- they gave me their support because I worked hard for them. I cut taxes, rebuilt the infaustracture, did my best to balance the budged and cut the deficits. I reversed the extreme liberal policies of the previous administration, and the people of Maryland prospered for it. This is what I'll do as President of the United States- rather than grandstanding like Mr. Paul, who only learned how to talk in the Senate, I'll work on the real issues, improving the life of all Americans. I come to work for you, Mr. Paul comes to talk."

Many in the audience applauded the response. Jeb himself raised his brows, impressed. Hogan was truly doing better than expected- he easily deflected an attempt by Paul to get him to oppose relief efforts for the Second Draught in California, an attack by Kelly about loyalty to Trump, and now this.

And most importantly to Jeb, Larry Hogan was now, after Haley left the field, the only anti-Trump candidate in the field. A thought built up in his mind- maybe it was time to get involved again.

A few minutes later, former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan was on the other side of the line Jeb was calling. "Mr. Bush, what do I owe this honour to?"

Jeb spoke to the secure telephone line calmly. "Larry, I just watched your debate performance last night. It was truly brilliant, and I think you have a real chance. Well, I think you'd do an incredible job as President and I want to do anything I can to help you win this. So what I'm offering is a public endorsement, maybe rallies in Texas, Florida and other states where your camp thinks I can help?"

For a moment, there was silence on the other side. Then the former Governor spoke. "Governor Bush, I'm honoured. Can I have a moment to consult with my staffers?"

"Yes, of course. I know how it goes." Jeb waited a few minutes before Larry's voice returned.

"Well, we're really happy that you chose to support us and vote for us." The former Governor spoke carefully. "But as of this moment, we think that the environment in the party makes a public endorsement in a rally harmful, if you know what I mean. Surely you understand. How about a statement?"

"Fine, a statement will do." Jeb spoke in a neutral tone. "Good luck, Governor, lookin' forward to talk to you and help with whatever I can."

When the call ended, Jeb sighed. He'd be vindicated someday, he knew. Maybe when Trump left office... but not yet, it seemed.

Republican Primary Polling- National
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 24%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 22%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 19%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 18%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 8%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 2%
Other\Undecided- 7%

Third Republican Debate- Podium Placements
PRUITT - HOGAN - KELLY - PENCE - PAUL - COTTON

FLASH POLL- Who won the 3rd Republican Presidential Debate?
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 24%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 21%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 17%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 13%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 12%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 4%
Noone\Undecided- 9%


2024 Republican Primary- ENDORSEMENT TRACKER (changes bolded)

Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)
Senator Todd Young (R-IN)
Fmr. Gov. Eric Holcomb (R-IN)
Fmr. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL)
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX)
Governor Diane Black (R-TN)
Governor Kay Ivey (R-AL)
Senator James Lankford (R-OK)
Fmr. Gov. Scott Walker (R-WI)
Senator Joni Ernest (R-IA)
Fmr. Gov. Kim Reynolds (R-IA)
Ambassador Terry Branstad (R-IA)
Fmr. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
Governor Evan Jenkins (R-WV)
Senator Phil Bryant (R-MS)
Senator Liz Cheney (R-WY)
Fmr. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY)
Senator Tim Scott (R-SC)
Governor Henry McMaster (R-SC)
Governor Kristi Noem (R-SD)
Senator J.C. Watts (R-OK)
Fmr. Senator Jon Kyl (R-AZ)
Fmr. Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO)
U.S. Rep. Troy Balderson (R-OH)
Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE)
Fmr. Gov. Dennis Daugaard (R-SD)
Fmr. Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX)
The entire Indiana Republican U.S. House Delegation

Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)
HUD Sec. Rudy Giuliani (R-NY)
Mr. Stephen Miller (R-NY)
Mr. Steve Bannon (R-VA)
Fmr. Gov. Rick Scott (R-FL)
Ambassador Ron DeSantis (R-FL)
Ret. Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn (R-MD)
Fmr. Att. Gen. Jeff Sessions (R-AL)
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC)
Ms. Carly Fiorina (R-VA)
Senator Mo Brooks (R-AL)
Fmr. Sec. Ben Carson (R-MD)

Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)
Fmr. U.S. Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX)
U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY)
U.S. Rep. Justin Amash (R-MI)
Senator Mike Lee (R-UT)
Fmr. Gov. Gary Johnson (L-NM)
Fmr. U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford (R-SC)

Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD)
Fmr. Gov. Bob Ehrlich (R-MD)
Governor Charlie Baker (R-MA)
Fmr. Gov, Bruce Rauner (R-IL)
Governor Phil Scott (R-VT)
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)
Senator Susan Collins (R-ME)
Fmr. Gov. Chris Sununu (R-NH)
Fmr. Gov. Jeb Bush
Fmr. Senator John E. Sununu (R-NH)
Fmr. Gov. John H. Sununu (R-NH)
Governor Matthew S. Holland (R-UT)
Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT)
Fmr. Amb. Jon Huntsman (R-UT)
Fmr. Sec. Jim Mattis (I-WA)
Fmr. Gov. John Kasich (R-OH)
Fmr. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH)
Senator Bill Haslam (R-TN)
Senator John Cornyn (R-TX)
Mr. Glenn Beck (I-TX)
Fmr. Gov. Gary Herbert (R-UT)
Ms. Cindy McCain (R-AZ)
Ms. Meghan McCAin (R-AZ)

Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)
Governor Tim Griffin (R-AR)
Senator John Boozman (R-AR)
Fmr. Governor Asa Hutchinson (R-AR)
Fmr. NRA Pres. Oliver North (R-TX)
Fmr. Gov. Casey Cagle (R-GA)
Fmr. Senator Rick Santorum (R-PA)
The entire Arkansas Republican U.S. House Delegation

Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)
Fmr. Gov. Mary Fallin (R-OK)
Fmr. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-OK)

Noteable figures who did not yet endorse
President Donald Trump (R-NY)
Fmr. President George W. Bush (R-TX)

[OBD]

RIP Jeb lol

[Joe Biden 2024]

Considering he's not mentioned in the endorsements, I take it H.W. has passed away?

[America Needs R'hllor]

Considering he's not mentioned in the endorsements, I take it H.W. has passed away?

Yep, unfourtunately, 2024 is too far-off.

[Continential]

Considering he's not mentioned in the endorsements, I take it H.W. has passed away?

Yep, unfourtunately, 2024 is too far-off.

When will the Obama Third Term Resume

[Joe Biden 2024]

Considering he's not mentioned in the endorsements, I take it H.W. has passed away?

Yep, unfourtunately, 2024 is too far-off.

When did he pass in the timeline?

[America Needs R'hllor]

Considering he's not mentioned in the endorsements, I take it H.W. has passed away?

Yep, unfourtunately, 2024 is too far-off.

When will the Obama Third Term Resume

Once the 2024 election in this one is done, most likely.

Considering he's not mentioned in the endorsements, I take it H.W. has passed away?

Yep, unfourtunately, 2024 is too far-off.

When did he pass in the timeline?

Leaving this to the readers, determining when did a certain person die is a bit morbid

[America Needs R'hllor]

John

John Kelly wasn't particularly happy as he watched the results being recapped.


Sure, it wasn't a complete failure- he won two states in a map that didn't have many states favourable to him. But Pence and Hogan both won more states, and the media was spinning this as a failure to his insurgent campaign.

"Last night, we saw the core problem with Kelly's campaign," Chris Wallace was saying with his smug face, "he doesn't have a base. Mike Pence has the evangelicals and mainstream conservatives, Hogan has moderates and conservatives skeptical of Trump, Paul has liberty-conservatives. Kelly is just a pro-Trump authority candidate, and while it does resonate with many Republican voters, what we've seen today was that it's not enough to win. Pence won the most delegates with a near-sweep of the south, including Texas; Hogan won impressive wins in the northeast, as well as a very important win in California and a win in Minnesota; Paul didn't won that many delegates, but he did win many states with victories in the caucuses in Alaska, American Samoa, Colorado, North Dakota and Wyoming; and Kelly just won two states. It's clear he has a problem."

The retired General scoffed and turned off the TV. If you asked him, the entire media needed to be completeld overhauled, even Fox was annoying and elitist. They needed to stop hurting American national security, for one, but that was for later. Kelly needed to win before he could do anything.

After all, he still had a chance to win- he won the most 2nd-place finishes in Super Tuesday, and he wasn't far behind Pence and Hogan in the delegate count. He was the real candidate for reform to the system and draining the swamp, and the Republican voters will hopefully realize it, at least if the media shuts up. Unlike Senator Tom Cotton and former Administrator Scott Pruitt, who both announced they were dropping out that morning after Cotton won only Arkansas and Pruitt couldn't even win Oklahoma, he was staying.

"Mr. Kelly," one of his staffered peered in carefully. "The media is pressin on a reaction for last night."

"Fine, we'll give them their reaction if they want it so much," the Secretary of Defence replied angrily. "Draw out a statement I'll be giving soon. 'We're continuing with defiance, we'll drain the swamp despite all the swamp pressure against us from establishment puppets Pence and Hogan, and the enemy of the people won't stop us.' Do it- the base will love it."

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Republican Alabama Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 31.8% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 24.2%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 20.9%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 12.0%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 6.5%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 3.3%
Others- 1.3%

Republican Alaska Caucuses
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 43.7% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 22.3%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 14.5%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 9.4%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 3.9%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 3.7%
Others- 2.5%

Republican Arkansas Primaries
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 30.2% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 24.3%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 21.9%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 13.1%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 7.5%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 2.2%
Others- 0.8%

Republican California Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 37.4% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 30.7%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 14.1%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 10.5%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 4.2%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 1.6%
Others- 1.5%

Republican Colorado Caucuses
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 36.9% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 33.3%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 16.7%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 7.8%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 3.0%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 1.6%
Others- 0.7%

Republican Georgia Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 38.6% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 25.9%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 14.8%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 12.5%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 6.5%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 1.2%
Others- 0.5%

Republican Massachusetts Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 38.9% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 23.4%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 20.2%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 13.8%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 2.1%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 0.7%
Others- 0.9%

Republican Minnesota Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 32.1% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 26.5%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 25.9%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 11.3%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 2.8%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 0.8%
Others- 0.6%

Republican Oklahoma Caucuses
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 32.8% ✓
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 26.1%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 20.4%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 14.6%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 4.3%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 1.5%
Others- 0.3%

Republican Texas Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 45.6% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 24.0%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 11.2%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 9.8%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 4.2%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 4.1%
Others- 1.1%

Republican Vermont Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 37.6% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 34.7%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 17.5%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 5.4%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 1.5%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 1.4%
Others- 1.9%

Republican Virginia Primaries
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 27.5% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 24.4%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 20.3%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 16.8%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 10.1%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 0.6%
Others- 0.3%

Republican Wyoming Caucuses
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 42.1% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 33.4%
Fmr. Administrator Scott Pruitt (R-OK)- 7.2%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 6.6%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 5.2%
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR)- 4.5%
Others- 1.0%

[Cold War Liberal]

GO HOGAN

[😥]

GO HOGAN

[P. Clodius Pulcher did nothing wrong]

Go Pete!

[America Needs R'hllor]

Gretchen

The Governor of Michigan was quietly talking with her aides in the back of the stage. The environment was somber and heavy in the Lansing hall, with sad murmurs coming from the small crowd of close supporters and the media. Everyone knew what was coming.

Last night was a disappointment, but not a surprise. For weeks now, Gretchen's campaign was losing a lot of steam as she lost much of her base to Richard and Pete, and couldn't gain African Americans or other sorts of voters as a new base. But despite polling dead last, she knew she could win Michigan, and that gave her hope, but to ride on that she knew that she needed to win at least something in Super Tuesday. As it turned out, she was the only candidate left who couldn't do that.

It was a great night for Pete- he won Georgia and Tennessee thanks to support from both blacks and whites in their rapidly growing urban populations (and the backing of Governor Stacey Abrams), as well as Texas, Minnesota and Colorado, where Governors Beto O'Rourke, Tim Walz and Jared Polis ; respectable for Rich, who won several rural states with progressive Democratic tradition; and Gavin, who handily won his momestate as well as the black-dominated Alabama; ok for Kyrsten, who showcased her northeastern support with a win in Massachusetts, and also took American Samoa. Northam managed to win his homestate by a disappointing margin, but everyone knew it wouldn't be enough, and indeed, he dropped out right after the last states were called. This morning, Gretchen was going to join him. "It's time," she told her staffers and climbed the stairs to the stage.

After being greeted with polite clapping, the Governor approached the podium. "Members of the media, my friends, good morning. It's so good to see you all here, a reminder of the wonderful experience I've had in the past months and of all the love I was bestowed by fantastic supporters and great Americans."

She made a short pause, and continued. "I'll speak shortly and honestly today, just like I always do. These past few months, we've ran a campaign that was about change, reform, bringing back competency and stability to Washington and out political system. But last night, we all know, we fell short, and though I hoped to receive their trust, I deeply respect the wishes of the American people. And so, it is with a heavy heart but with a lot of optimism for our future, that I shall suspend my campaign for President of the United States."

After the obligatory 'awww's, Whitmer continued her speech. "I know, I know, I'm disappointed too, but we must not falter. In this campaign, we've raised a lot of issues and brought an important voice of the forgotten people who need a President who will truly care for them and work hard for them, and the party is better for it. First of all, I'd like to thank my amazing family, my five bright children and my dear husband Marc, for always supporting me and standing by me, even if it was tough and the fires of the campaign burned hot. I love you all. I also want to thank all of my supporters and backers, all those who voted for me and donated to me, and most of all, voluntreered for me. Thank you so, so much for all the love and support you've bestowed on me, none of thise could've been possible without you all."

Gretchen smiled and hesitated for a moment. She could've dropped out last night, like Ralph, and be done with it, but something stopped her, a decision she had to make. It was time to announce that decision. "Now, my friends, we must look to the future, and that future has to include defeating whoever the Republican Party nominates, who will continue the incompetent and horrible policies of the Trump administration, and putting a Democrat who will work for all Americans in the White House. Our field of Democrats this year includes wonderful men and women, all public servants with great credential who'd make great Presidents. However, there's one candidate who truly represents what we need this year. He not only proved himself one of the best Mayors, and later Governors, in the country with many accomplishments that changed and improved lives. He's also one of the most inspiring men I know, a bright and young public servant who, most of all, represents the hope and chang we all need this year." She made another pause for effect. "And so, today, I'm proud to endorse the Governor of Indiana, Pete Buttigieg, for President of the United States! I support him in the strongest terms possible, and urge you all to vote for him in the incoming Michigan primary, so that we can truly bring change and hope to the American people!"

Gretchen smiled again as the clapping and cheering filled the room. After Pete's great performance solidified him as frontrunner, she realized that he wasn't only the best choice now, but also the safest. She'd be a great asset, and then who knows... she might get something from it.

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Democrats Abroad

Democratic Alabama Primary
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 32.4% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 27.9%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 15.8%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 11.4%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 8.2%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 3.1%
Others- 1.2%

Democratic American Samoa Caucuses
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 48.9% ✓
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 19.5%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 13.5%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 10.2%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 5.3%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 0.9%
Others- 1.7%

Democratic Arkansas Primary
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 27.3% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 25.8%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 21.5%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 16.1%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 5.0%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 3.5%
Others- 0.8%

Democratic California Primary
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 41.4% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 21.5%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  18.6%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 9.2%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 5.4%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 2.2%
Others- 1.7%

Democratic Colorado Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 33.6% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  21.2%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 19.8%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 9.5%
Senator John Hickenlooper (D-CO)- 8.6%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 4.5%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 2.4%
Others- 0.4%

Democratic Georgia Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 26.4% ✓
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 23.9%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 15.5%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 12.2%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  11.3%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 9.8%
Others- 0.9%

Democratic Massachusetts Primary
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  29.8% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 29.3%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 21.0%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 9.5%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 7.9%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 1.4%
Others- 1.1%

Democratic Minnesota Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 33.4% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 23.5%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 22.7%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  14.1%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 3.8%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 2.0%
Others- 0.5%

Democratic Oklahoma Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 40.6% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 24.2%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 15.8%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 6.2%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 2.4%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 1.2%
Others- 0.6%

Democratic Tennessee Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 32.1% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 28.9%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 22.5%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 9.4%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 3.1%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  3.0%
Others- 1.0%

Democratic Texas Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 35.8% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  24.3%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 13.1%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 11.6%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 9.3%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 4.4%
Others- 1.5%

Democratic Virginia Primary
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 37.8% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 31.5%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 13.7%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 8.6%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)-  4.3%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 2.6%
Others- 1.5%

Democratic Vermont Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 53.7% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 16.7%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 15.4%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 7.3%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 3.1%
Fmr. Gov. Ralph Northam (D-VA)- 1.5%
Others- 2.3%

[Continential]

Northem is going to drop out

[America Needs R'hllor]

Northem is going to drop out

He already did.

[America Needs R'hllor]

Kirsten

Throughout the month of March, when many crucial states held their contests, Senator Gillibrand was constantly reminded of the primaries that lead to her becoming a Presidential nominee- the 2020 Democratic Primaries. At first, they all feared a replay, but as March 7, March 10 and now March 14 brought their results, something in the air felt very different. The field wasn't equally split between six candidates, with loyal bases battling each other bitterly- instead, most of the energy seemed to be increasingly concentrated on one candidate.

Sure, no one dropped out yet, but unlike in 2020, they weren't all fighting for an outright lead right now. No, they were all stubbornly struggling to become an alternative to the frontrunner, each winning a few states and hoping it would be enough to knock out the rest and open up a 2-person race.

And that frontrunned became very apparent in the past weeks. In March 7th, Governor Pete Buttigieg only won the State of Kansas thanks to the support of Governor Josh Svaty and Reps. Sharice Davids and Paul Davis, while Cordray won Nebraska and Maine, and Newsom won Louisiana. But in March 10th, Pete asserted his status as frontrunner, triumphin in Michigan, where he had Whitmer's endorsement, as well as Missouri, where Governor Kander heavily campaigned for him, while Coradray only won his state of Ohio and the rural Idaho, and Newsom narrowly held Mississippi. But last night, in March 14th, Buttigiege crushed the opposition, winning Florida and Illinois while Sinema won Arizona and Utah. With these results, he held a strong delegate lead and his opponents were all on the ropes.

A breaking news report on CNN caught her eyes. "An important development in the Democratic Presidential Primaries," Wolf Blitzer was saying dramatically, "Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has endorsed Indiana Governor Pete Buttigieg in a joint rally in Madison, making Mayor Pete's path to victory in this crucial state much easier. In the past weeks, all candidates heavily invested in Wisconsin, viewing it as a watershed moment."

Well, Kirsten thought, it seems like my advisors were right.

In the past hour she held intensive discussion with her staff about the Democratic Primaries, until they left her to make a final decision. Now, she finally made it.

She took the phone and connected to her secretary. "Give me Pete Buttigieg."

Democratic Primary Polling- National
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 35%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 26%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 20%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 17%
OtherUndecided- 7%

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March 7th, 2024

Democratic Kansas Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 39.5% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 31.2%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 20.7%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 6.4%
Others- 2.2%

Democratic Louisiana Primary
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 36.7% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 35.6%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 13.1%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 11.7%
Others- 2.9%

Democratic Maine Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 43.8% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 24.5%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 22.8%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 4.2%
Others- 3.8%

Democratic Nebraska Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 43.7% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 35.5%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 12.3%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 6.8%
Others- 1.7%

March 10th, 2024

Democratic Idaho Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 54.2% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 21.4%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 19.1%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 3.9%
Others- 1.4%

Democratic Michigan Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 44.1% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 34.0%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 10.3%
Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI)- 6.2%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 4.8%
Others- 0.6%

Democratic Mississippi Primary
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 36.3% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 36.1%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 12.8%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 11.8%
Others- 3.0%

Democratic Missouri Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 55.5% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 36.1%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 4.6%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 2.5%
Others- 1.3%

Democratic Ohio Primary
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 59.7% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 28.8%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 8.7%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 2.3%
Others- 0.5%

March 14th, 2024

Democratic Arizona Primary
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 64.3% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 15.7%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 13.0%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 6.6%
Others- 0.4%

Democratic Florida Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 45.9% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 23.2%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 14.5%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 14.1%
Others- 2.3%

Democratic Illinois Primary
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 44.2% ✓
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 26.7%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 22.3%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 5.0%
Others- 1.8%

Democratic Utah Caucuses
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 34.9% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 32.3%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 19.4%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 11.1%
Others- 2.3%

[America Needs R'hllor]

Greg

Greg Pence felt increasingly confident as he watched Fox News reporting on the state of the Republican Presidential primary. He just returned from a joint rally with President Trump and U.S. Rep. Trey Hollingsworth, who endorsed him for Governor of Indiana. He originally planned to run for Senate, where it'd not be hard to beat Donnelly in such an environment, if he even ran for reelection again. But after both former Governor Holcomb, businessman Mike Braun and the firebrand socially conservative Attorney General Curtis Hill decided to run, Greg realized that he'd be swallowed and unable to beat these giants. So he decided to run for Governor instead, tracing his brother's path from Capitol Hill to the Governor's Mansion. He was now running against former Representative Luke Messer and former Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch, both weaker candidates. With the support of Trump and his brother, Greg was doing well in the polls, narrowly ahead of Crouch for first place.

And most importantly, his brother seemed to be heading towards victory, winning most of the primary states in the past few weeks and gaining a delegate lead, though it continued to be annoyingly difficult. On March 7th he won Louisiana and Nebraska, while Paul won Kentucky and Maine, Hogan took Washington, D.C. and Kelly took Kansas, and a day later Hogan won Puerto Rico while Paul won Guam and the Virgin Islands. On the 10th, Pence took Mississippi, Missouri and Ohio in a strong performance, but Paul won Idaho and Hogan won Michigan and Hawaii, and although on the 14th things took a turn a bit to the worse, with Mike only winning Arizona while Florida went to Kelly, Hogan took Illinois, and Paul clinched Utah, the Vice President still held a lead.

Still, Greg felt a bit uncomfortable. Initially, they all thought the Democrats would be bogged down in a long primary, possibly a contested convention, while Pence would cruise to the Republican nomination. Now it was looking like the opposite- Pete Buttigieg was increasingly sweeping the Democratic primaries, though he still had three strong contenders. Mike, on the other hand, was struggling against three opponents with appeal to different wings of the party, biting at him from three sides. A contested convention was unlikely, but threateningly possible, and that could be horible for the General Election.

At least in his own primary, the Representative felt confident enough. With his brother on the ballot and guaranteed a massive landslide in the Hoosier State's primary, Greg would probably be swept in, especially against a former Representative who came third, after Braun and the nominee Rokita, in 2018's Senate primary, and against a bland former Lieutenant Governor who was both a woman and a loser.

The general, though... Against Lieuteanant Governor Linda Lawson, and the popular Governor Buttigieg on the ballot... that could get tough.

Republican Primary Polling- National
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 33%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 25%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 21%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 17%
OtherUndecided- 4%

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Republican Kensas Primaries
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 32.9% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 31.2%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 18.7%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 16.1%
Others- 1.1%

Republican Kentucky Primaries
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 49.8% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 21.4%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 21.0%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 7.5%
Others- 0.3%

Republican Louisiana Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 43.8% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 32.3%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 13.6%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 9.5%
Others- 0.8%

Republican Maine Caucuses
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 41.2% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 34.0%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 16.7%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 4.8%
Others- 3.3%

Republican Nebraska Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 39.5% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 26.6%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 21.3%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 11.4%
Others- 1.2%

Republican Washington, D.C. Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 46.1% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 30.7%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 12.3%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 8.5%
Others- 2.4%

March 10th, 2024

Republican Hawaii Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 47.9% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 28.2%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 15.3%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 7.1%
Others- 1.5%

Republican Idaho Caucuses
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 36.1% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 34.9%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 19.8%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 7.6%
Others- 1.6%

Republican Michigan Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 36.5% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 30.6%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 22.6%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 10.1%
Others- 0.2%

Republican Mississippi Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 45.4% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 29.7%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 12.2%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 11.8%
Others- 0.9%

Republican Missouri Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 44.8% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 22.8%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 21.9%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 9.2%
Others- 1.3%

Republican Ohio Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 37.8% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 31.0%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 18.9%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 11.7%
Others- 0.6%

March 14th, 2024

Republican Arizona Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 31.3% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 27.5%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 25.3%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 15.7%
Others- 0.1%

Republican Florida Primaries
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 39.8% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 36.6%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 17.3%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 5.9%
Others- 0.4%

Republican Illinois Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 31.9% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 27.4%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 26.7%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 12.7%
Others- 1.3%

Republican Utah Caucuses
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 41.2% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 39.9%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 14.4%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 2.1%
Others- 2.4%

[America Needs R'hllor]

Gavin

Former Mayor Eric Garcetti put a hand on his shoulder. "I think it's over, Governor." The results of the Wisconsin Primary flashed before them- another fourth-place finish, despite all his efforts.

Gavin Newsom sighed. He knew that Eric was right- he lost every race outside his own California, by a disappointed margin, and some deep southern states with major African American politicians which he won narrowly. As the race moved on to its decisive stage in the northeast, he had no chance left for a comeback, polling fourth in most states. He was done.

Besides, if even Eric was telling him this, it was quite clear- the former Mayor had been his biggest supporter in the race, which, in exchange, got him Newsom's support in the very-crowded race to replace Dianne Feinstein in the Senate. In a state bursting with rising Democratic stars like California, the Senate race for the open seat was an all-out war between politicians who were ready to run, but never did due to Feinstein holding the seat. Garcetti was running against many strong candidates- State Attorney General Xavier Becerra, U.S. Rep. Amy Bera, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, former Treasurer John Chiang, former State Senator Kevin de León, Rep. Eric Swalwell, TYT host Cenk Uygur with a quixotic bid, and more. The Republican side was also split- venture capitalist Peter Thiel was running as a new, pro-Trump Republican after losing the gubernatorial race to Newsom and gaining traction again, but John Cox was giving another run, Ashley Swearengin and Doug Ose were competing for the moderate Republican vote, and conservative talk show host Michael Savage, despite old age, was trying to win a runoff spot using his fiery rhetoric. Even Transhumanist Zoltan Istvan, running as a Libertarian, was gaining traction with his future-oriented philosophy.

So all in all, the Senate race was chaotic, and Gavin's support for Eric was crucial. On the other side, though, Eric's support didn't really help him in the Presidential race. It was still nice to see him stick by Gavin as others, such as Senator Harris, started distancing themselves and getting closer to Buttigieg. So if Eric was telling him this, it really was done. Staying in the race wouldn't only be hopeless, but harmful to their eventual nominee's chances and probably Gavin's future. On the Republican side, for example, Pence winning Wisconsin didn't budge the other candidates, and it would harm him if he made it to the general. It was time to do what had to be done.

"Help me schedule a press conference," he told the former Mayor of Los Angeles. "I'm going to drop out and endorse Pete. May our next President win the nomination as soon as possible."

Democratic Primary Polling- National
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 39%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 25%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 19%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 13%
OtherUndecided- 4%

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March 21st, 2024

Democratic Alaska Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 38.6% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 29.7%
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 21.3%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 9.3%
Others- 1.1%

Democratic Hawaii Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 32.7% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 30.8%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 18.6%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 17.7%
Others- 0.2%

Democratic Washington Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 37.4% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 33.1%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 21.2%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 7.9%
Others- 0.4%

Democratic Wyoming Caucuses
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 44.8% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 35.0%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 13.1%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 6.5%
Others- 0.6%

April 7th, 2024

Democratic Wisconsin Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 33.7% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 32.5%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 20.7%
Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA)- 12.3%
Others- 0.8%

Republican Primary Polling- National
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 32%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 25%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 20%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 18%
OtherUndecided- 5%

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Republican Wisconsin Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 35.4% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 25.6%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 19.8%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 18.9%
Others- 0.3%

[LCSPopTart]

Great timeline! I just love how you can so easily imagine it all in your head.

[America Needs R'hllor]

Hillary

Four years ago, as the chaotic 2020 Democratic Primaries were unfolding, Hillary watched with dread, regretting that she didn't run to put a stop to the clowncar. But this year, she was watching with delight.

Mayor Pete was her favourite from the start. Sure, she kept neutral publicly and said that she preferred a first woman President. And sure, she really did want a woman to win. But Buttigieg was just a perfect candidate- young and charismatic, bright and hopeful. A perfect foil to Trumpism and a contrast to the likely Republican nominee, Mike Pence. With these large congressional majorities, he could bring Democrats to victory and usher in a real new era in American politics. It made even the old, war-weary woman excited.

And so, she watched the results of last night with delight. It was a split screen on CNN- one half showed the results of the northeastern primaries, which had Pete winning every state other than Rhode Island, which went to Sinema. On the other half, the Arizona Senator's speech from that morning, dropping out of the race, was playing again. It was a bit disappointing- Kyrsten was great, and Hillary would've probably rooted for her if not for Pete, and she left two men in the race. But it didn't matter- when Pete wins, they'd just have to hope that he choses a female Vice President and contribute to making history. Even if not, Hillary was sure they'd choose a decent running mate on his or her merits. And on the other side, the results were delightful too- Pence kept his lead and won the most delegates, but Hogan gave him a run for his money, and the primary would drag on. Neither Kelly nor Paul agreed to drop out, both focusing on the upcoming Indiana and North Carolina contests.

"Secretary Clinton, your speech is ready with the last tweaks you've asked for," a staffer approached her with a piece of paper. "The Governor's team confirmed that they'd hold a rally with you tomorrow in Charlotte, North Carolina."

"Good." Hillary smiled. She still had a popular voice within the party and amongst most Americans, and she wanted to use it. Besides, it was time to join people like Kirsten, Joe and even the Obamas, who made it increasingly clear Pete was their favourite. Neutrality was no longer useful.

Democratic Primary Polling- National
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 47%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 26%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 23%
OtherUndecided- 4%

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Democratic Connecticut Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 41.4% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 37.8%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 19.6%
Others- 1.2%

Democratic Delaware Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 55.2% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 22.3%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 21.7%
Others- 0.8%

Democratic Maryland Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 47.1% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 26.0%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 24.5%
Others- 2.4%

Democratic New York Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 45.9% ✓
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 31.4%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 22.2%
Others- 0.5%

Democratic Pennsylvania Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 44.8% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 37.4%
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 16.1%
Others- 1.7%

Democratic Rhode Island Primaries
Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ)- 39.2% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 37.7%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 20.8%
Others- 2.3%

Republican Primary Polling- National
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 33%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 26%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 18%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 17%
OtherUndecided- 6%

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Republican Connecticut Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 36.2% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 32.8%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 22.3%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 8.3%
Others- 0.4%

Republican Delaware Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 37.5% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 36.9%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 17.1%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 7.9%
Others- 0.6%

Republican Maryland Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 75.2% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 11.5%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 7.8%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 5.3%
Others- 0.2%

Republican New York Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 33.4% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 31.8%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 18.0%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 15.7%
Others- 1.1%

Republican Pennsylvania Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 38.0% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 30.6%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 23.5%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 6.9%
Others- 1.0%

Republican Rhode Island Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 38.9% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 33.2%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 23.9%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 3.7%
Others- 0.3%

[America Needs R'hllor]

Rand

"...And this is why today, I am officially suspending my campaign for President of the United States and endorsing the candidacy of Vice President Mike Pence."

The collective "aww"s of the crowd filled the hall for a moment, before Rand continued. "I know, I know. It's disappointing." He wasn't lying- it really was a disappointment, he actually thought he could win this race at some point. "We've built an amazing movement of Americans dedicated for protecting our individual freedom and liberty from radical ideas by Democrats, minimizing unnecessary detours abroad and preserving the conservative values we all passionately share. But rejoice- there are more great things to come. We did exceedingly well, much better than anyone expected, ensuring our voice will remain strong. And we have a great candidate to support in the general election. Vice President Pence is a wonderful conservative commited to preserving our personal liberties, I enthusiastically and wholeheartedly endorse him and urge all of you to support him in the coming election! Thank you!"

Rand walked off the stage to the sound of cheering. In a few hours, Secretary John Kelly would drop out too, he knew. It was part of the deal- several days ago Nick Ayres, Pence's campaign chairman, called to suggest a deal- after the Indiana and North Carolina primaries, Rand would drop out, and later John would. They argued a bit about the order, but it made sense- the Senator had less delegates than Kelly, and in any case, dropping out was important. They couldn't prolong the Republican primaries that much, especially since the Democratic primaries basically ended, with Cordray's opposition merely symbolic. And it offered a good opportunity for a graceful exit, and who knows, maybe a VP spot on Pence's ticket, though it was unlikely after his feud with Kelly.

In any case, Rand knew it wasn't over yet. He had to watch the primaries- Larry Hogan was still running hard, and while he vastly preferred Pence over that disgusting man, Rand was curious about the idea of a contested convention, which was still possible as things stood. If it happened... well, maybe someone else could be nominated, someone who would give Rand the VP spot.

Republican Primary Polling- National
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 34%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 27%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 17%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 17%
OtherUndecided- 5%

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Republican Indiana Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 63.5% ✓
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 20.3%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 11.3%
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 4.7%
Others- 0.2%

Republican North Carolina Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 47.6% ✓
Secretary John F. Kelly (R-MA)- 24.8%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 21.1%
Fmr. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)- 6.1%
Others- 0.4%

Indiana Gubernatorial Election (Republican Primary)
U.S. Rep. Greg Pence- 58.4% ✓
Fmr. Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch- 25.1%
Fmr. U.S. Rep. Luke Messer- 16.5%

Indiana Senate Election (Republican Primary)
Fmr. Governor Eric Holcomb- 36.3% ✓
Attorney General Curtis Hill- 33.9%
Businessman Mike Braun- 29.8%

Democratic Primary Polling- National
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 59%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 38%
OtherUndecided- 3%

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Democratic Indiana Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 87.8% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 11.7%
Others- 0.5%

Democratic North Carolina Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 60.9% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 37.5%
Others- 1.6%

[America Needs R'hllor]

Richard

As he stood on the podium, facing a large crowd of grim, silent supporters, Rich Cordray hesitated for a moment before speaking the next words.

A thousand thoughts passed in his head in these short moments- how he started that race as a decisive frontrunner, ready to sweep the primaries and become the President to usher in a liberal realignment after the disastrous Trump Presidency, with huge congressional majorities waiting for him. He also remembered how he started declining, the numbers trickling down stubbornly despite his best efforts, while Pete surged and surged and gathered crowds of enthusiastic supporters. He remembered how he persisted while the others slowly gave up, trying his best to regain momentum and upset the Buttigieg candidacy. But in the end, it was for naught.

He hoped that the applachian and Oregon primaries would give him a chance. If he could win all three, which he believed to be within the realm of possibilities, he could gain momentum for the next contests and potentially prevent Pete from reaching the magic number of delegates to avoid convention. He hoped to win over Super Delegates then, as well as peel off one of the dropped-out candidates from Pete to himself, and like that, win the nomination.

But it was just a mad dream. Not only did most of the Super Delegates flock to Pete, hoping to maintain support from the base that adored him, but Rich also lose two out of the three primaries held last night, winning only West Virginia as he lost Kentucky and Oregon . And now it was over- he couldn't hurt Pete anymore, he had to let him focus on the general in order to gain a victory as big as possible and a mandate as decisive as possible. Rich could only hope a President Pete Buttigieg would be just as good for workers and consumers as a President Richard Cordray.

It was time to speak the words. "And so today, I'm suspending my campaign for President, and enthusiastically announcing my endorsement of the Democratic nominee, the next President of the United States, Pete Buttigieg..."


Democratic Primary Polling- National
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 61%
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 36%
OtherUndecided- 3%

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Democratic Kentucky Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 50.2% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 46.1%
Others- 3.7%

Democratic Oregon Primaries
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 57.8% ✓
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 40.8%
Others- 1.4%

Democratic West Virginia Primaries
Governor Richard Cordray (D-OH)- 47.4% ✓
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)- 44.0%
Fmr. State Sen. Richard Ojeda (D-WV)- 6.1%
Others- 2.5%

Republican Primary Polling- National
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 53%
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 41%
OtherUndecided- 6%

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Republican Oregon Primaries
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 55.9% ✓
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 41.9%
Others- 2.2%

Republican West Virginia Primaries
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)- 61.8% ✓
Fmr. Gov. Larry Hogan (R-MD)- 34.7%
Others- 3.5%

[America Needs R'hllor]

Jason

Jason Kander felt elated these days. Pete Buttigieg won the Democratic Primaries for President- the guy Jason himself promoted so hard, the guy he convinced to even think about entering the primaries, was the Democratic nominee for President. It was a job well-done.

Now, their general election campaign was kicking into gear. The assumption was that Mike Pence would fend off Larry Hogan and win the Republican nomination, though they didn't mind the former Maryland Governor remaining a throne in his side, so they worked on attacks against the Vice President- his association with Trump, his homophobic past, the fact that he was an establishment insider bought by special interests... their ads and surrogates were going to hammer him on all that, while Mayor Pete himself would keep to his positive brand and campaign on ideas of hope and change, as well as concrete policies like universal healthcare, immigration reform, tax reform upending the Trump tax cuts of 2017, gun control, environmental measures which were so needed at this point and more. They knew they were the favourites, but they needed to ensure their win would be strong to gain a strong mandate with strong congressional majorities.

But they were focused on the next big step- the running mate choice. As a major figure in the Buttigieg campaign, Jason was deeply involved in the process, helping to vet candidates and debate their pros and cons. But he was also part of the current longlist for Vice Presidential contenders, drawing comparisons to Dick Cheney from 2000.

Sure, the Missouri Governor wanted to be Vice President, but he tried to remain as objective as possible. He knew his appeal is similar to Pete's, and while that could be a benefit, getting a woman on the ticket after two cycles the Democrats tried to elect a first woman President might be more important. After all, the gender gap was almost ridiculously large in the Trump era, and women deserved to make history. But they also didn't make decisions based on that- they wanted a qualified person, able to make the case for Pete and without scandals and personal issues. Jason himself was afraid he had a bit of a problem with the latter- sure, he took care of his depression and PTSD between the 2016 and 2020 cycles, but it was a quick treatment that didn't entirely eliminate the problem and it could arise in a campaign.

The phone suddenly rang, interrupting his thoughts. It was the Democratic presumptive nominee. "Hey, Pete!" He answered joyfully.

"Hey Jason," the former Mayor replied, getting to the point quickly. "We're ready to leak the longlist to the media, and will obviously need someone else to do it, just outside the official campaign circle. Think you'd be willing to do it?"

General Election Polling- National (Buttigieg vs Pence)
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)\??- 49%%
Vice President Mike Pence (R-IN)\??- 41%
City Councillor Nicholas Sarwark (L-AZ)\Activist Zoltan Istvan (L-CA)- 3%
Businessman Don Blankenship (C-WV)\Fmr. U.S. Rep. Steve Stockman (C-TX)- 1%
Activist Howie Hawkins (G-NY)\Activist Gary Swing (G-AZ)- 0%
Other\Undecided- 6%
BUTTIGIEG +8

General Election Polling- National (Buttigieg vs Hogan)
Governor Pete Buttigieg (D-IN)\??- 47%%
Fmr. Governor Larry Hogan (R-MD)\??- 43%
Businessman Don Blankenship (C-WV)\Fmr. U.S. Rep. Steve Stockman (C-TX)- 2%
City Councillor Nicholas Sarwark (L-AZ)\Activist Zoltan Istvan (L-CA)- 1%
Activist Howie Hawkins (G-NY)\Activist Gary Swing (G-AZ)- 0%
Other\Undecided- 7%
BUTTIGIEG +4

[LCSPopTart]

Eagerly awaiting to see who the VP contenders are.