Election day 2016 chaos and calm amid long lines
Tens of millions faced hours long lines and sporadic equipment failures in key states while voter suppression fears waned. Problems hit Durham NC Colorado Ohio and Pennsylvania with electronic poll book outages provisional ballots and machine calibration issues. Federal monitors watched closely as the chaotic election unfolded amid competing claims of fraud and safety.
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White House race mirrors a divided nation in 2016 defeat
In a tightly divided electorate, Trump drew strong support from white voters including men without college degrees and blue collar whites, while Clinton attracted women and college graduates. Exit polls show widespread concern about the country’s direction, with fear and distrust shaping attitudes toward both candidates.
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The election unfolds with Trump winning key swing states Florida Ohio North Carolina Georgia Iowa while maintaining leads in Michigan Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Voters turnout rises from 2012 as Clinton and Trump confront historic stakes and scrutiny over emails and conduct. Ballots cast in New York for both candidates as exit polls show educated diverse yet angrier voters shaping the outcome. Contributing reporters from multiple cities add context to this tightly watched race.
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