The 1992 presidential election comes at an uncertain time for the country. As expected, New York Governor Mario Cuomo has clinched the Democratic nomination, promising a return to a New Deal-style government. Meanwhile, President Bush has fended off a challenge from paleo-conservative Pat Buchanan, and now seeks to defend his record from both the left and the right.
[NOT PLAYABLE] George Herbert Walker Bush is the current President of the United States who went from 75-80% approval ratings to 40%, or 50% on a good day, after he backed out of his campaign promise to not raise taxes, and has faced open revolt from the right of his party. He must prove he has the independence, ideological rigor, and strength to serve as President, all while finding some way to reduce the popularity of his opponent. Bush appears to be trailing badly as the campaign begins. Though, just as in 1988, there is a belief amongst his camp that defeat against a ‘’Liberal’’ Governor is little more than a mirage, in the mind of the media, and Democrats alike.
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Whatever you did, it must have worked. Observers were leaving your campaign for dead just a few months ago. On the political front, you can continue your current policies or turn in an even more moderate direction. Internationally, you can hopefully oversee the passing of NAFTA and bring free trade to America.
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Hopefully, Bill Clinton will govern as a moderate and pass some of your legislation like NAFTA. A lot can happen in four years, but the early gossip is that Bob Dole has the inside track for the 1996 nomination. Your next steps are unclear.
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If Perot won any electoral votes, you could try to strike a deal with him, maybe allowing him to become VP, but it’s unclear if he would accept such a deal.
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You were always the favourite to win, Governor Cuomo, but as the race went on and on, the Bush campaign was increasingly eager to try a ''Déjà vu'' tactic, tying you, and your beliefs in with Dukakis, and Carter before you. As you bask in victory, it's worth noting that your own party still has divisions. The more centrist aligned ''Democratic Leadership Council'' wing of the party is not particularly fond of you, or your policies, and will likely align with Republicans against your opposition to NAFTA and free trade.
As for 1996, it's unclear who the hell the Republicans will nominate. The press had already started speculating that Pat Buchanan is going to run again, as well as Bob Dole, Phil Gramm, and perhaps even Vice President Quayle. Time will tell though, and it's time for you to rest!
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Many Democrats still resent your fairly liberal agenda and message, and the ''Democratic Leadership Council'' wing of the party is overwhelmingly likely to win the battle for the Democratic nomination in 1996. You, of course, are up for re-election in '94, and look likely to win yet another term. But it looks like your career in national politics is over.
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If Perot won any electoral votes, he could try to strike a deal with Bush, maybe allowing him to become VP, but it’s unclear if Perot would accept such a deal.
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In terms of policy, Mr. Perot is an iconoclast. Probably best known for his positioning as an anti-NAFTA protectionist, Perot is also fiercely pro-balanced budget, pro-choice, and generally has libertarian instincts.
Still many in the mainstream press regard his presence as little more than a 'non-factor' and suspect his support to dry up.
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As the first Independent to win a presidential election in 200 years, it will be interesting to see how your presidency goes. On the political front, you can balance the budget and put an end to the debt and deficit once and for all. Internationally, you can hopefully veto NAFTA and Make America Great Again.
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Hopefully, you did well enough to scare the 2 parties into embracing your beliefs. A lot can happen in four years, but the early gossip is that it will be much harder for an Independent to win in 1996. Your next steps are unclear.
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However, If you won any electoral votes, you could try to strike a deal with Bush, maybe he’ll let you become his VP in exchange for your electoral votes.
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