Well he could have called the victor names, claim that he was not born in the US, and stir up animosities from supporters. Needless to say that in an earlier era a Black candidate might be hung from a willow tree long before officially announcing his candidacy.
As to whether these factors were there in previous elections, I would say, generally, no.
The Russian factor seems to be a relatively recent affair and was Putin's way of getting back at Clinton. KKK supporters have been around for ages but it took a narcissistic, orange - haired manipulator to fully activate the pre-existing animosities, on the campaign trail, and use them to consolidate a base. In the Bush-Gore presidential election, however, there were some vote rigging claims.
Sent: Wednesday, September 5, 2018 5:08 AM
To: USA Africa Dialogue Series
Subject: Re: USA Africa Dialogue Series - Re: THOUGHT FOR TODAY:. On John McCain. (by Bolaji Aluko)
So, this was what made him the symbol of American greatness?
By the way, weren't most of those factors listed present in the electoral victories of others?
CAO.
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