Ogre Mage
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Political Matrix E: -4.39, S: -5.22
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« on: May 25, 2015, 02:33:23 AM » |
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« edited: May 25, 2015, 03:40:57 AM by Ogre Mage »
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Bill Clinton was an ardent free-trader. While it would be wrong to say Hillary is protectionist, her past record on the issue is mixed. Most likely she would be open to persuasion from both sides.
Her recent stances on police/criminal justice reform and same-sex marriage are a far cry from Bill Clinton's presidency and issues where certain parts of the base will like her much better.
Bill Clinton (and Obama) were poor at enforcing discipline when Democrats in Congress voted against something of key importance to the White House. There were no consequences. In a Hillary White House I believe there would be consequences. She also has absolutely no hesitation to cut down political enemies.
She has an iron will and an ability to determinedly push forward when the going gets tough. Bill tended to get unfocused and discouraged in the face of adversity.
She lacks Bill's flexibility and ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances. There were several reasons why Hillarycare flopped in 1994 and this was one of them.
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