Talk Elections

January- February 2015
(using 2012 primary dates)
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January 3rd, 2015- "In one year from today the voting in Iowa will begin and I have decided ,after a talk with Bill and Chelsea and some personal thought, that I will not be running for President. I view that the Democratic Party needs to continue to move forward not focus on people who are becoming a part of its past  like me. I will stay in retirement and I will support our party's nominee who will win us back the White Wouse!"

January 14th, 2015- Within Iran Mir-Hossein Mousavi is unexpectedly imprisoned after a raid on his home.

January 29th, 2015-Several marches and rallies occur to protest Mousavi's imprisontment. The government cracks down using tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd. It is highly evident the government fears an "Iranian Spring"

February 3rd, 2015- The first poll for possible Democratic Cantidates is revealed. It is considered highly unlik all the people included in this poll will enter the camapaign due to the election being a midterm and also becuase of Romney's high approval rating.
             Barack Obama 37%
             Andrew Cuomo 17%
             Mark Warner 9%
             Kristen Gillibrand 8%
             Martin O'malley 7%
             Brian Schweitzer 5%
             Claire Mccaskill 3%
             Rahm Emmanuel 3%
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Febraury 11th, 2015- Mousavi is apparently found dead in his cell. Several members of the military leak this rumor to their family and the protests increase. In several areas near Qom 3 casualties were reported as the local military used live bullets to disperse a crowd
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February 15th, 2015- Mahmoud Ahmadinejad warns the U.S. and other Western powers "To not get involved" and threatens to use nuclear weapons, however, the world is not sure that Iran has developed the technology to create nuclear weapons.

February 16th, 2015- Barack Obama schedules a press conference on the 27th. This increases speculation that he will run for another term however the majority of people believe he is just going to announce he will not run.

February 20th, 2015- The U.S. joins France, the U.K., and Israel in condeming the apperant murder of both Mousavi and the protesters.
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Febraury 27th, 2015- "I will not be running for president in this election. I feel as if I've had my chance and that it is now someone elses turn" light laughter "But I do have some other news, following Hillary Clintons example my wife Michelle Obama will seek the position of Senator to the great people in Illinois."

February 28th, 2015- A second wave of protest killings is suspected after several videos released of the protests. One leader says that over 20 people were killed while the military fought them in the city of Yazd

 

March 1st,2015- President Romney has several fundraisers around Utah and Arizona
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March 5th, 2015- "As of today I am creating an exloratory comitee into my potential campaign for president. Although right now my name recognition is very low I view an early campaign as an asset in spreading it and allowing more people to know why I would be a better president than Mitt Romney has been" Brian Schweitzer in Helena, Montana.

March 6th, 2015- The Iranian government admits Mousavi has indeed been killed. Although they expected their admission to end protests it does the opposite. 12 civilians and 7 police are killed during continues clashes near Yazd.

March 12th, 2015- Democratic nomination:
                     Andrew Cuomo- 25%
                     Mark Warner 18%
                     Brian Schweitzer 9%
                     Martin O'malley 7%
                     Kristen Gillibrand 7%
                     Claire Mccaskill 3%
                     Rahm Emmanuel 2%
                     Kay Hagan 1%

March 16th, 2015- Several protest groups begin all out fighting in small cities, meanwhile the Iranian President warns the protesters military action will be taken.
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March 19th, 2015- Many statements made by retired Representative and former Presidential cantidate Ron Paul gives the hint he wants his son, Rand, to run as the dissapproval of Romney vote.

March 20th, 2015- Many pundits on the left slam President Romney over his current handling of the Iranian situation.

March 25th, 2015- A first debate for Democratic cantidates in Boston has been scheduled for May 12th. It is unclear if enough cantidates will declare before debating.
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March 30th, 2015- "I certainly believe being mayor does not qualify me for being president." laughter "At least for this election, I'd like to remain Mayor of Chicago."

March 31st, 2015- "Look, the Democrats are running scared. They don't want to face him in the election. They have very few things to attack him economically wise and it will take alot of stamina to retake the White House."- Bill O'Reilly

Great!

I'll be reading the updates for this. :)

Thanks for the support! I'll try to get another update in soon!

April 1st,2015- Romney's Approval rating takes a moderate hit because of the Iranian Crisis
    Jan 1st                   Apr.1st
    Approve 58%         Approve 50%
    Undecided 25%      Undecided 30%
    Dissapprove 17%   Dissapprove 20%

April 4th, 2015-The death toll from the "Iranian Spring rises from 23 to 30 as 7 protesters are shot in Tehran. The incedent was caught on video causing Russia and China to not condemn the attacks but they move more into a neutral position.
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April 7th, 2015-An earthquake hits British Columbia. Romney pledges aid as the death toll is expected to be between 500-900.
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April 9th, 2015-Romney comes out against Iran. He admits it is not realistic at the current standpoint for the United States to get involved. Several critics on both sides criticize him for being "in the middle" and each want a different result. However most Americans relate to his sentiment.
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April 13th, 2015- "My exploratory comitee was a sucess so therefore today my campaign for 2016 has begun."- Brian Schweitzer Des Moines, Iowa

April 19th, 2015- Within Iran Ahmadinejad completely ends the opposition's activities within the Government. Protesters use this to further their message against the government.

April 23rd, 2015- A draft movement for Mark Warner begins as Democrats appear more and more concerned about the "empty primary"

April 25th, 2015- A poll is done on who republicans would support for their cantidate. Many people consider the poll a joke and 3 out of the 4 canidate laugh off the poll all saying they refuse to run against President Romney. Only Rand Paul ramains silent. He admits he would likely not win if he were to run and that he also wouldnt criticize the President on his hypothetical campaign.

    President Mitt Romney- 76%
    Kentucky Senator Rand Paul- 13%
    Florida Senator Marco Rubio- 6%
    Vice-President Chris Christie- 4%
    Sec. of State John Huntsman Jr.-1%

April 29th, 2015- The first potential General Election polls are taken:
    Mitt Romney/ Andrew Cuomo     50%/44%

    Mitt Romney/ Mark Warner      51%/47%

    Mitt Romney/ Brian Schweitzer 58%/35%

April 30th, 2015- 12 members of the opposition dissapear after it is reported they were arrested. The ensuing panick causes nearly all members of the opposition to either flee Iran or hide.
    

May 2015
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May 2nd, 2015- Following sevral suicide bombings around protests in Iran protestors becomes highly suspicious that the government could be working with terrorist cells in Iran.

May 5th, 2015- "The draft movement has really impressed me, thanks guys. However I will be making a final desicion on a presidential campaign in late May, so no I will not be at the debate in a few days."- Mark Warner in Virginia

May 9th, 2015- The Democratic debate is postponed until June 14th, it is also moved from Boston to Concord.

May 10th, 2015- Pakistan joins Iraq and Afghanistan by completely ending all border openings with Iran. This was sparked by several reports that the number of refugees had doubled in the months following the start of protests.
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May 13th, 2015- "I believe it is time for a womans voice to be entered into this race. I will run for President of the United States. I am sick of our current President for claiming responsobility for our economic recovery. It is clear President Obama's policies led us here and we can't allow 4 more years to the pa rty which turned a solid economic situation into a disaster."-Kristen Gillibrand, New York City

May 19th, 2015- Following Gillibrand's entry new polls are released.
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        Andrew Cuomo                    22%
        Mark Warner                        21%
        *Kristen Gillibrand               13%
        *Brian Schweitzer               12%
        Claire Mccasskill                   5%
        Martin O'malley                    5%
        Kay Hagan                           2%
        Undecided/Someone Else    20%

May 21st, 2015- Suicide protest bombings continue. The government continues to ignore them and begins using wepons and the military to scatter protesters. In response several military groups begin to arm protesters and the death toll begins rising too fast to count.

May 28th, 2015- Reports are issued from Cuba giving hints Fidel Castro's health is declining. However, the government denies these statements saying he is in fact very healthy.
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May 30th, 2015- "Yes, as I promised there has been a desicion made. I will run for president. Many of my supporters have been proactive and I view this as a continued asset to my campaign. We will take back the White House!"

May 31st, 2015- Cuomo Schedules a press conference for June 9th.
 

 

June 2015

June 1st, 2015- Warner recieves a slight bump in the polls due to his enterance. New rumors spread that Mccaskill, Cuomo, and Hagan all plan on entering within the month but it is highly unclear.
Mark Warner           25%
Andrew Cuomo       21%
Kristen Gillibrand    14%
Brian Schweitzer    12%
Claire Mcasskill         6%
Martin O'malley        5%
Kay Hagan               3%

June 3rd, 2015- The revolutionaries within Iran begin to outnumber protesters as the two groups begin to merge.

June 5th, 2015- Israel pledges to act independently if no resolution is made within the U.N. due to a large amount of evidence being released showing Iran likely does have nuclear weapons.

June 6th, 2015- Several stocks lose value due to tensions with Iran. However, as the threat of closing of the straight of Hormuz becomes less and less oil prices decrease.
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June 9th, 2015- "I will not be seeking the office of Presidency, for now that door remains closed for me. However, I will eventually endorse a contidate but need to view the field first."
              
Bill O'Reilly- "This is as big as Huckabee in 2012. He could've won and faced Romney but I did have a feeling it would turn out to be Cuomo or Warner not Cuomo and Warner."
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June 10th, 2015- Claire Mcasskill announces over Facebook she's forming an exploratory comitee.
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June 12th, 2015- Democratic Debate- Throughout the night it was very quiet there were several moments with tension between Governer Warner and Senator Gillibrand over economic issues. Mccaskill and Schweitzer largely were asked less questions and they would complain over the next few days. However Gillibrand is largely considered to have one the debate and she recieves a large surge in the polls both due to Cuomo not entering and and her positive debate performance. She nearly ties with Warer in National polls.

Who Won the Debate:
                    Kristen Gillibrand   65%
                    Mark Warner         12%
                    Brian Schweitzer     8%
                    Claire Mccaskill        7%
                    No winner               8%

Who will you support for the Democratic Nomination:
                    Warner           29%
                    Gillibrand        27%
                    Schweitzer     15%
                    Mccaskill          7%

Hypothetical:      
                    Warner           25%
                    Gillibrand        24%
                    Schweitzer     13%
                    Mccaskill           5%
                    O'Malley           4%
                    Hagan              4%
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June 17th, 2015- Rand Paul continues to avoid questions on whether or not he will form the Unapproval of Romney vote.

June 20th, 2015- Within Iran the revolutionaries form the NNIC- New National Iranian Coucil. Most of the members were formerly in the government opposition or leaders within the 2009 protests. It has 25 members.

June 21st, 2015- It is estimated 1/3 of Iran is under revolutionary control as new fronts emerge. Protesters control most of the Southwest of the Nation.

June 25th, 2015- Israel stresses the need to retake nuclear facilities as Russia and Chine continue to veto any action.

June 28th, 2015- Both the DNC and RNC make announcments on the final plans for their conventions. The Democratic Convention will be held in Seattle and the Republican Convention will be held in Salt Lake City.

July 2015
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July 1st, 2015- The second Democratic Debate is held in Des Moines. The night is filled with tension between Gillibrand and Warner with her calling him "a true DINO". The following day Warner would respond "name-calling is not what we need in a President". Mccaskill rose above the fray and considerably won the debate. She recived several days of good press and recieved a moderate bump in the polls.
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July 4th, 2015- Independence Day is celebrated nationwide. Romney holds a patriotic dinner at the White House.
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July 7th, 2015- In a direct act, the U.S. and Israel make several military airdrops siezing Iranian potential nuclear sites. The follwing day there is shock,not outrage, in the media. It becomes more and more frightening when it is revealed there were 5 nuclear bombs found with many more under production. It is observed by many that if there were no nuclear weapons Romney's approval would have collapsed yet instead it rises due to a surge of patriotism over national security.

July 12th, 2015- In a TODAY Show interview O'Malley laughs off a run for President stating "It just doesn't feel right"

July 13th, 2015- The Iranian Revolutionaries move in towards Tehran as they break through the fronts due to Iranian attempts to retake nuclear sites.

July 17th, 2015- Continued rumors arise as Fidel Castro collapses at an event. His brother Raul admits he was hospitalized yet says he is now in better health, however, many people view this as false.

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July 21st, 2015- Ahmadinejad flees Tehran and goes into hiding as protesters are able to see the lights of Tehran. Simultaneosly over 3 large cities are captured.

July 23rd, 2015- The U.S. officially, along with Israel, recognizes the NNIC as the true, official government of Iran. There is backlash from China and Russia.

July 27th, 2015- Many Democratic leaders attack Romney saying it wasn't worth putting troops on the ground. Their attack is viewed as baseless due to the missions sucess.

July 30th, 2015- Romney Approval Rating
               July             April
Approve         57%             50%
Undecided       30%             30%
Dissaprove      13%             20%

July 31st- Iowa polling is released:
           Warner 25%
           Mccaskill 15%
           Gillibrand 14%
           Schweitzer 14%
           Undecided 32%

Good story so far.

A question though:  if Romney became President, and the GOP had the Senate, wouldn't Thomas or Scalia resign from the Supreme Court so a younger conservative could be put on?

True. I did forget about the Supreme Court. I suppose that would be likely

Just a friendly suggestion to maybe add it in the next segment.

I think we're all missing something here. You've not thought about John Edwards.

lolwut

Good!

Nice timeline.

Thanks for the support!

August 2015

August 1st, 2015- Rand Paul says he will make a desicion "sometime soon". Many of his supporters continue to urge him forward with moneybombs and draft movements.

August 3rd, 2015- Justices Scalia and Thomas announce they will both resign. Romney is expected to use several George Bush-era suggestions

August 5th, 2015- After 2 debates in 1 week it is openly viewed in the Democratic party that tension, similar to the Republicans in 2012, is building between 2 groups in the party. Gillibrand and Warner both are viewed as leaders for the respective groups.
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August 7th, 2015- Romney nominates Priscilla Owen and Richard Allen Griffin for the Supreme Court nominations. Both will likely be accepted.

August 8th, 2015- Tehran is controlled by rebels. 80% of the country is theirs with the old government generally hiding in the northeast. They name Mashhad as the new capital.
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August 9th, 2015- "When the President is reelected I will politely refuse a renomination for Secretary of Treasury. I view my time in that job has come to the close with my advancing age."
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August 13th, 2015- Fidel Castro is found dead in his room. The Cuban government says it will continue on the path he wanted and started. In the U.S. there is celebration by many Cuban-Americans. Senator Rubio gives speeches in highlighting the new opprotunity to spread Democracy to the island.

August 15th, 2015- Romeys approval continues to shoot up with the end of Fidel and of Iran.
              August         July
Approve         65%           57%

Unsure          23%           30%

Dissapprove     12%           13%  
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August 20th, 2015- "Yes, after seeing the hard work of my supporters, encouragement of my father, and the reminder of my dreams I will run for Preisdent. However, due to Romney's high approval I will not give the Democrats much ammunition. I will not air negative adds or attack Romney. Instead I will just use my alternate vision for the direction of the country."

August 23rd, 2015- Polling

Republicans:
Mitt Romney- 83%
Rand Paul- 17%

Democrats:
Warner- 32%
Gillibrand-30%
Mccaskill-17%
Schweitzer-7%

August 27th, 2015- Bill O'Reilly "Look, to me its obvious. Paul is just building a base he can expand on in 2020. He has no chance of winning this thing."
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August 30th, 2015- Patty Murray reveals she is resigning due to health concerns. The electionn will be held in November.

Great timeline.

September 2015
(just realized I probably wont be able to use superdelegates)

September 1st, 2015- After continued bad debating Brian Schweitzer begins focusing on only just Iowa.
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September 5th, 2015- Romney campaigns with Jaime Herrera in Washington, she is expected to win the states Republican Primaries.

September 9th, 2015- The NNIC begins plans on a new form of government. Thew only skirmishing in the nation is occuring in the Northeast as Amedinejad is in complete hiding. Many expect a system similar to the United States. However there are those in the country who wish to use a parlimentary system.

September 11th, 2015- America remembers the 14th aniversary of 9/11. All campaigns take this day of for both prayer and remberance.
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September 13th, 2015- The last of Iran's old nuclear missiles are began to be destroyed. There is a feeling of relief around the United States. Rand Paul admits he was initually against Iranian intervention however, after seeing Romney's handling of the situation he does currently support it.

September 18th, 2015- Only a small security force remains in Afghanistan. It is now considered stable as many Taliban leaders have been captured.

September 21st, 2015- The latest batch of polls are released. Many pundits view the polls as a boost for Mccaskill due to 2 strong debates. However, Gillibrand holds strong in New Hampshire.

Democratic National:
Gillibrand 34%
Warner 34%
Mccaskill 20%
Schweitzer 9%

Republican National:

Romney 86%
Paul 14%

Democratic Iowa:
Warner 23%
Mccaskill 20%
Schweitzer 15%
Gillibrand 10%

Republican Iowa:
Romney 74%
Paul 23%

Democratic New Hampshire:
Gillibrand 45%
Warner 23%
Mccaskill 17%
Schweitzer 5%

Republican New Hampshire:
Romney 86%
Paul 9%

September 26th, 2015- Both the Democratic and Republican Washington Senatorial Primaries are held. Jaime Herrera wins with over 70% for Republicans while Lisa Brown, Washington Senate Majority leader, recieves 56%.

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September 30th, 2015- Iran adopts a Parlimentary System after weeks of debating. A compromise was reached with elections every 4 years instead of 6. Also they decide to use the old flag as their new one.

October 2015

October 3rd, 2015- The Iranian elections are begun with little notice. They will continue until the end of the month.

October 5th, 2015- Potential polling for 2 senate races are released

Illinois

Michelle Obama- 53%

Mark Kirk-  44%

Washington

Jaime Herrera- 45%

Lisa Brown- 44%
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October 9th, 2015- Hillary Clinton endorses Kristen Gillibrand, however her Bill states he still is deciding.

October 14th, 2015- At the most recent Democratic Debate it is seen as a disaster for Gillibrand. She stumbled of several issues while failing to dodge attacks from all of the other cantidates.Mean while Schweitzer and Mccaskill are seen to have done a moderate job while Warner shined.
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October 20th, 2015- There are official Iranian Parties created. The Islamic Iranian Party, Freedom Party, and the Green Movement Party. The GMP is favored to win due to their help in taking down the old government. It frames the IIP as wanting Iran to go back where it was was. Women are viewed as very important in this election also because the leader of the GMP is a woman who has a chance to win the office of Prime Minister, Zahra Rahnavard, Mousavi's widow.

October 26th, 2015- Ahmadinejad is spotted is several locations. The governments effort to find him doubles.
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October 30th, 2015- A rapid westernization of Iran is begun. Western companies open stores and restuarants for very cheap prices and get a very high return.The most sucessful company is Mcdonalds opening hundreds of locations within Iranian cities.

   

November 2015
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November 2nd, 2015- The result of the Iranian elections begin pouring in. Out of 500 seats the Green Movement Party controls 267. The Freedom Party controls 143 and the Islamic Iranian Party controls 90. Mousavi's widow will likely be Prime Minister and she promises to serve only one 2 year term.
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November 3rd, 2015- The results of the Washington Senatorial Election come as a shock to many. Using Romney's high approval rating while he campaigned with her and by calling herself an independent voice Herrera manages to beat Lisa Brown with 51.22% to 47.65%. Brown failed to get her name out enough and didn't campaign as much as Herrera. The Republicans now have 57 members while the Democrats have 43.

November 7th, 2015- Just hours after the new Prime Minister takes office it is reported Ahmedinejad is reportedly captured in an old apartment complex.

November 9th, 2015- Ahmadinejad is placed in prison. Romney gives a speech highlighting the new Iran's amazing efforts.

November 14th, 2015- Polls

Democratic National-
Warner 37%
Gillibrand 30%
Mccaskill 22%
Schweitzer 10%

Republican National-
Romney 86%
Paul 11%

Democratic Iowa-
Warner 25%
Mccaskill 24%
Schweitzer 20%
Gillibrand 13%

Republican Iowa-
Romney 77%
Paul 20%

Democratic South Carolina-
Warner 22%
Mccaskill 20%
Gillibrand 15%
Schweitzer 7%

Republican South Carolina-
Romney 86%
Paul 11%

November 21st, 2015- Ron Paul slips at a campaign event in Iowa with his son. Paul is expected to be okay, however, Rand says he is now unsure about a bid for President.
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November 24th, 2015- Ahmedinejad's trial begins. He is expected to lose and many Russian and Chinese commentators highlight how the result has been pre-determined.
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November 30th, 2015- "When Rand told me he was unsure if he should continue I just laughed. He needs to continue on with his message of liberty. Even if I do slip every once and a while." laughter.

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December 2015

December 1st, 2015- Romney invites Iranian Prime Minister Rahnavard to the White House for a historica diplomatic meeting on the 12th. This will be several days after The New Iranian government is given a seat in the United Nations.
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December 5th, 2015- Bill Clinton, in disagreement with his wife, endorses Mccaskill calling her "a true Democrat with experience to win victory in the upcoming election."

December 7th, 2015- Polling

Democratic National-
Warner 35%
Gillibrand 33%
Mccaskill 25%
Schweitzer 11%

Republican National-
Romney 90%
Paul 7%

Democratic Iowa-
Warner 26%
Mccaskill 26%
Schweitzer 21%
Gillibrand 11%

Republican Iowa-
Romney 70%
Paul 25%

Democratic South Carolina-
Warner 22%
Mccaskill 21%
Gillibrand 20%
Schweitzer 7%

Republican South Carolina-
Romney 88%
Paul 7%

December 9th, 2015- Iran reenters the UN with large scale applause. Russia and China were both reluctant and sluggish but eventually agreed.
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December 12th, 2015- Romney and Rahnavard hold a joint press conference. They both remain optomistic at the future of new unity between the nations.

December 14th, 2015- Rahnavard opens the new Iranian Embassy in D.C. on her final day in the nation.

December 16th, 2015- The Democratic Debates continue to be viewed as stalemates between Warner, Gillibrand, and Mccaskill.

December 21st, 2015- "There has been amazing progress in Iran. In nearly one year how could and Islamic Extremist State ruled by tyrants become a Democracy with a Female Prime Minister?"- Bill O'reilly

December 25th, 2015- Christmas is celebrated however in Iowa many people are anxious for the Caucuses
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December 29th, 2015- Iowa Polls

Warner 28%
Mccaskill 28%
Schweitzer 19%
Gillibrand 12%
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December 31st, 2015-A new year is rung in at midnight. Americans reflect on the entire year as a whole and view it as a productive and positive experience.

Iowa, 2016-
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8:00-"Welcome to the CNN Election Headquarters, I'm Wolf Blitzer and we will be covering both the Democratic and Republican races. Tonight is a crucial test for both Senator Mccaskill and Governer Warner as they each try to win this very crucial and important starting point for the nomination."

8:05- "We are now able to call the state of Iowa for Preisdent Romney. In the Democratic Races they are too close to call."

Iowa 15% Reporting

GOP
President Mitt Romney- 78%*
Senator Rand Paul- 22%

DEM
Governor Mark Warner- 38%
Senator Claire Mccaskill- 37%
Governor Brian Schweitzer- 15%
Senator Kristen Gillibrand- 10%
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8:37- President Romney- "America, We will win this election! We will not allow the very people who destroyed our economy back in office!"
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8:59- Senator Rand Paul- "We will continue on our fight to liberty! However, President Romney does deserve some congratulations!"

9:37- DEM- "We are now positive Gillibrand will get last and Schweitzer will get 3rd. This is a horrible result for Schweitzer as he focused only on Iowa."
79% Reporting
Claire Mccaskill-38%
Mark Warner- 38%
Brian Schweitzer-14%
Kristen Gillibrand- 10%
10:00- Concord New Hampshire GILLIBRAND-"Thanks to those in Iowa who believe in me! Now onto New Hampshire where the story will be a victory for us!"

10:12- SCHWEITZER "This is a serious blow to my campaign. I will be contemplating my future in this election over the next few days and following New Hampshire I will make an announcement."
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11:31- "This race could still go either way. I believe I have shown that there will people who will say no to a conservative Democrat!"
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11:45- "We have now started on our path to the convention! Let's show our nation that we must change our leadership in Washington."

12:39- "Yes we are now able to call thise election for Governor Wanrer a close race yet still a win. Due to not reaching 15% Schweitzer recieves no delegates."

DEM
98% Reporting
Mark Warner 39% (33 delegates)
Claire Mccaskill 37% (32 delegates)
Brian Schweitzer 14%
Kristen Gillibrand 10%
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Mark Warner- 33 Delegates- GREEN
Claire Mccaskill 32 Delegates

January 2016-

January 4th, 2015- A Democratic New Hampshire Poll is released
Kristen Gillibrand 47%
Mark Warner 31%
Mccaskill 17%
Schweitzer 3%

January 8th, 2015- 15 students and 4 teachers are killed in a High School Shooting. There is outrage as those responsible were adults who didn't have any children at the school. No reports on if the shooters were connected to any terrorist groups.

January 9th, 2015- Outrage continues over the school shooting with Romney calling it "a true evil" and Warner calling it "an complete sadness."

January 10th, 2015- New Hampshire Primary Final results
Kristen Gillibrand 48% (18 delegates)
Mark Warner 31% (12 delegates)
Claire Mccaskill 20% (5 delegates)
Biran Schweitzer 1%

GOP
Mitt Romney 93%
Rand Paul 7%
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January 15th, 2015- "It is here today I am ending my journey for President of the United States, over the last year I have met many people who I will never forget. I won't be endorsing anyone until there is a nominee uniting our party against another 4 years of Republicans."

January 17th, 2015-
Nevada Polls:
Gillibrand 36%
Warner 27%
Mccaskill 18%

South Carolina Polls:
Warner 38%
Mccaskill 25%
Schweitzer 19%
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January 19th, 2015- "I am ending this campaign today, I endorse Mitt Romney for President with my unconditional support." Many pundits believe Paul made a deal with Romney so he could be Secretary of Treasury replacing Donald Trump.

Janaury 21st, 2015- Nevada Caucuses. This is a boost for Mccaskill due to a suprising rise in support.
Gillibrand 41% (18 delegates)
Warner 34% (15 delegates)
Mccaskill 25% (11 delegates)

January 28th, 2015- South Carolina
Warner 43% (27 delegates)
Mccaskill 32% (20 delegates)
Gillibrand 25% (15 delegates

January 31st Map
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Warner 87 delegates-GREEN
Mccaskill 68 delegates
Gillibrand 51 delegates-BLUE

Hmmm.  Interesting update.