In a recent New York Times/Siena poll, Donald Trump emerged as the frontrunner in five out of the six pivotal battleground states, overshadowing President Joe Biden, who faced criticism over his handling of the economy and other issues. The results stirred a public debate, drawing attention from various quarters, including Mary Trump, the niece of Donald Trump.
Mary Trump expressed her concern about the poll results, acknowledging the grim numbers. She highlighted the issue of the Electoral College, emphasizing that a handful of states hold the power to decide the outcome of a presidential election. Addressing the disparity between popular vote and Electoral College decisions, she advocated for reforms, stating, “Something needs to be done.”
A seasoned psychologist, Mary Trump delved into the intricacies of the NYT/Siena poll, raising questions about the methodology. She pointed out the relatively small sample size and the fact that the respondents were registered voters, not necessarily likely voters. Additionally, she highlighted that almost a fifth of the participants did not cast their votes in the 2020 elections, adding complexity to the interpretation of the findings.
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Mary Trump also expressed concern about the unexpected support for Donald Trump among Black voters, as indicated by the poll results. She noted that 22% of Black voters expressed their intent to vote for her uncle, a significant departure from the 8% he received in 2016. She questioned the accuracy and representativeness of the polls, remarking, “Whether these polls are accurate or truly representative of how voters feel at the moment, it’s beyond disturbing that, of the two leading candidates, the only one being asked to step aside is Joe Biden.”
“In a country where we are clearly in a very bad place,” Mary Trump remarked, emphasizing the concerning state of affairs in the nation.
Comparing the two candidates, Mary Trump drew attention to the actions and decisions made by each. She criticized Donald Trump, stating, “In the last three years, Donald Trump has continued to spread the big lie, compounded the treason he committed on January 6th, and is currently facing four criminal indictments.” She outlined a series of controversial incidents, including aligning with foreign leaders and praising extremist groups, underscoring her concerns about his candidacy.
On the other hand, she highlighted President Biden’s accomplishments, including the creation of 14 million jobs, support for Ukraine in its fight for democracy, and advocacy for the rights of LGBTQ+ Americans. Despite these achievements, she expressed frustration over the media’s portrayal of the candidates. Mary Trump lamented, “Just as in 2016 and 2020, the media are normalizing Donald’s candidacy, despite his COVID response, the insurrection, and his various crimes because he is the leading Republican nominee.”
In contrast, she argued that Joe Biden, who she credited with saving the economy, the Western democratic alliance, and American democracy, was not receiving the same consideration, raising questions about the fairness and objectivity in the coverage of the candidates.
