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Having crossed the 25-year mark as a political analyst this summer, I am most frequently asked, by readers, viewers/listeners — "Who is going to win the White House this fall?"
If I knew that answer with absolute certainty, I would place heavy wagers in Las Vegas and prepare for a comfortable retirement. If this election cycle has taught us anything, change comes fast, and anything can happen. There may be at least one or two more shoes to drop.
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