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US Polls: Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump sweat it out for the coveted post of US President
The 58th US Presidential elections, scheduled for November 8, 2016, is in a tough phase as Republican party's presidential nominee, billionaire Donald Trump and Democratic party's nominee, former US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton are giving tough competition to each other.
Donald Trump is known for his straightforward responses and has proposed tough immigration measures and deportation of illegal immigrants during his campaign. He has also asked for tough actions against terrrorists and has discussed actions against their families too.
On the other hand, Hillary Clinton is considered to be far more liberal in her policies and has attacked Trump for his right-wing views.
In the first presidential debate however, Hillary Clinton overpowered Donald Trump who wasn't able to maintain his calm in the face of Clinton's oratorical skills.
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US Polls: Hillary Clinton draws first blood in the first US Presidential debate
Hillary Clinton put Donald Trump on the defensive in the first US Presidential debate. She claimed that Trump was a racist and had even called women 'bimbos'; thus displaying a feudal-patriarchal mindset.
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US Polls: Hillary Clinton aiming to be the first woman president of United States of America
Former US Seceretary of state, Hillary Clinton is aiming to become the first woman president of United States of America. Displaying a liberal outlook, she has tried to reach out to disgruntled communities such as African Americans and Hispanics.
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Donald Trump: Trump's rise as Republican Party nominee for US Polls
Donald Trump, the billionaire businessman, had to surpass various barriers to achieve the coveted position of Republican Nominee in the upcoming US Presidential elections. However, along with time, he overcame stiff opposition from both outsiders and a section of his own partymen to emerge as the undisputed leader from the Republican camp.
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US Polls: Donald Trump raised important issues concerning the US populace
Donald Trump drew attention of the US populace regarding domestic issues like illegal immigration, U.S. national debt, crime, offshoring of American jobs and Islamic terrorism.
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US Polls: Donald Trump earns criticism for ultra-right views
Donald Trump's views drew huge response in the initial stage of his campaign. However, along with time, his detractors have criticized his leanings towards the right wing and his opposition to issues such as multiculturalism and immigration. Further, Trump has been also criticized for his opposition to abortion by activists concerned with women empowerment