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The Major Events of this Election Season Told by “Veep”

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at MMM chapter.

Well, today is the day. The day we have been waiting for because it means the end of the insanity that is the 2016 Presidential Race. Honestly, I don’t know about you guys, but I feel like I can finally breathe again. No matter the outcome, we can all agree that all of the craziness we have endured as a nation over the past months are like something out of a comedy series. Actually, more specifically the hilarious political satire HBO show, Veep. This underrated comedy starring Julia-Louis Dreyfus premieres its sixth season this spring, long after the polls have closed. So before you cast your ballot today let’s take a trip down “Election Memory Lane” and relieve some of the most iconic moments from this race for the white house told by gifs from Veep.

 

July 19, 2016: Donald Trump becomes the official Republican Party Presidential nominee

July 26, 2016: Hillary Clinton becomes the official Democratic Party Presidential nominee

 

September 26, 2016: First Presidential Debate

Quick Recap: Trump’s tax returns were called into question and Hillary’s health was mentioned. Along with a lot of interruptions using the word: “Wrong”. Trump’s misogyny was also brought into play by the mention of Alicia Macedo.

October 1, 2016: Trump’s tax returns hit the New York Times

October 7, 2016: The “Access Hollywood” tape of Trump explaining how he grabs women is released and the word went crazy (rightfully so in my opinion)

How the world Reacted: How Trump reacted:

How Hillary Reacted:

 

October 9, 2016: Second Presidential Debate

Quick Recap: Town hall setting. Trump stalked Hillary on the stage and denied all sexual harassment. Also, Ken Bone.

Following weeks: Sexual assault allegations against Trump from at least 12 women

 

October 19, 2016: Final Presidential Debate

Quick Recap: Nasty Woman. Most polls show an almost 10-13 point lead for Clinton.

 

October 31, 2016: FBI announces new investigation into Clinton emails

Trump’s reaction:

Hillary’s reaction:

 

November 6, 2016: FBI clears Hillary…..again.

Was this all really necessary two days before the polls open?

 

November 8, 2016: TBD.

Go out and vote! It’s your right as an American citizen to voice your opinion and go out and vote. Just please, please make an informed vote! Don’t think about yourself, think about what is best for the country! I’m confident we are going to make the right choice as a country. If not, we will all be saying this on November 9th:

HAPPY ELECTION DAY EVERYONE!

Marymount Manhattan College senior who has an unhealthy obsession with TV, film, and binge watching.
Campus Correspondent at HC MMM. Communications student in NYC.  Instagram: @sara.capucilli