CLEAN : Deep divisions make US election bellwether hard to read

The transcript discusses the speaker's involvement in farming and community efforts, their political views, and voting history. It highlights the challenges faced by rural areas in politics and the economy, reflecting on past elections and their impact. The speaker shares their decision-making process regarding voting and their future political stance.

What is the speaker's involvement in the agricultural sector?

• They are a farmer.

• They are a government official.

• They are involved in efforts to unite farmers.

• They work for a nutrition company.

Why did the speaker find it significant to vote third party in 2016?

• They always vote third party.

• They were dissatisfied with both major parties.

• They wanted to support Trump.

• They were influenced by their family.

What challenge do rural voters face according to the speaker?

• Lack of access to voting stations.

• No useful offerings from Democrats.

• Overwhelming support for Republicans.

• Too many political parties to choose from.

What does the speaker suggest about the political landscape in rural areas?

• It is mostly independent.

• It is dominated by Democrats.

• There is a mix of political affiliations.

• It is uniformly Republican.

How does the speaker feel about Hillary Clinton's campaign strategy in 2016?

• She focused too much on rural areas.

• She campaigned effectively in rural areas.

• She had no impact on rural voters.

• She ignored rural areas, which cost her votes.

What is the speaker's stance on voting in the upcoming election?

• They will vote for Trump.

• They will vote for a third party.

• They are undecided.

• They will not vote.

What reason does the speaker give for their voting decision?

• They want to protest the system.

• They were influenced by media.

• They dislike all other candidates.

• Trump's record seems positive.