In another diary someone asked the question we’ve heard so much in recent weeks: Given how manifestly unqualified Trump is. Given how manifestly qualified Clinton is. Why then is this race so close?
This is the wrong question to ask.
Consider the following factors that are influencing this race:
* Economic discontent
* Resurgent racism
* Resurgent sexism
* Clinton is hated by the press, many of whom want nothing more than to be the one who finally brings her down.
* The media creates an artificial horse race because The Donald boosts their ratings.
Rather than asking why the race is so close we should be asking just how good Clinton is that she will likely overcome all of that and win the Presidency.
Clinton is a marvel.