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WGU C963 Task 2: Case Study on the 2040 US Presidential Election Dynamics, Exams of Advanced Education

Widener University - DelawareAdvanced Education

A. The conservative party (Candidate A) allowed the states to frontload in the presidential nomination process because states want their primaries or caucuses to campaign earlier in the election calendar year. This practice allows a small number of party members in states that vote early to have a lopsided influence on the selection of a candidate. These frontloading favors more ideologically extreme and well-funded candidates, who must appeal to the party base more than the general electorate. In this way, the party can terminate a candidate who performs poorly, independent or non-party members, leading to candidates who perform well and gain popularity. The less populated states have legitimate concerns about their influence in the presidential nomination. These concerns led the party to convince several states to move the elections to the same day, also called Super Tuesday. Candidate A successfully secured his spot in Iowa and New Hampshire states, and

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WGU C963 Task 2: Case Study on the
2040 US Presidential Election Dynamics
Task 2 – C963: Powers and Structures
Case Study 1: The 2040 United States Presidential Election
A. The conservative party (Candidate A) allowed the states to frontload in the
presidential nomination process because states want their primaries or caucuses to
campaign earlier in the election calendar year. This practice allows a small number
of party members in states that vote early to have a lopsided influence on the
selection of a candidate. These frontloading favors more ideologically extreme and
well-funded candidates, who must appeal to the party base more than the general
electorate. In this way, the party can terminate a candidate who performs poorly,
independent or non-party members, leading to candidates who perform well and
gain popularity. The less populated states have legitimate concerns about their
influence in the presidential nomination. These concerns led the party to convince
several states to move the elections to the same day, also called Super Tuesday.
Candidate A successfully secured his spot in Iowa and New Hampshire states, and
by Super Tuesday, Candidate A had gathered enough delegates to win the
nomination.
The Liberal Party (Candidate B), embracing open primaries, represents a strategic
shift by welcoming independent and non–party voters into the primary process;
they effectively signal their desire to represent a broader coalition of interests.
Because of this, the Liberal Primaries were marked by close races, with Candidate
B closely defeating accelerating competitors in states like Nevada and South
Carolina. Though candidate B’s principal campaign disagreed on core political
beliefs and values, her ability to unite the party and non-party members in the final
months of the competition led her to lock down her position as the Liberal Party’s
nominee.
B. Public opinion or media: The role of the media, social media platforms, television
networks, and online news outlets has played an essential role in shaping both
candidates’ social and political views. Both candidates realized the modern
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2040 US Presidential Election Dynamics

Task 2 – C963: Powers and Structures Case Study 1: The 2040 United States Presidential Election A. The conservative party (Candidate A) allowed the states to frontload in the presidential nomination process because states want their primaries or caucuses to campaign earlier in the election calendar year. This practice allows a small number of party members in states that vote early to have a lopsided influence on the selection of a candidate. These frontloading favors more ideologically extreme and well-funded candidates, who must appeal to the party base more than the general electorate. In this way, the party can terminate a candidate who performs poorly, independent or non-party members, leading to candidates who perform well and gain popularity. The less populated states have legitimate concerns about their influence in the presidential nomination. These concerns led the party to convince several states to move the elections to the same day, also called Super Tuesday. Candidate A successfully secured his spot in Iowa and New Hampshire states, and by Super Tuesday, Candidate A had gathered enough delegates to win the nomination. The Liberal Party (Candidate B), embracing open primaries, represents a strategic shift by welcoming independent and non–party voters into the primary process; they effectively signal their desire to represent a broader coalition of interests. Because of this, the Liberal Primaries were marked by close races, with Candidate B closely defeating accelerating competitors in states like Nevada and South Carolina. Though candidate B’s principal campaign disagreed on core political beliefs and values, her ability to unite the party and non-party members in the final months of the competition led her to lock down her position as the Liberal Party’s nominee. B. Public opinion or media: The role of the media, social media platforms, television networks, and online news outlets has played an essential role in shaping both candidates’ social and political views. Both candidates realized the modern

political landscape is no longer confined to town halls and television screens. So, they turned to digital forms of leveraging online capabilities to connect with voters,

growth and long-term stability resonated with younger voters concerned about climate change and the economy’s long-term stability and job security. C1. The General Election’s result was remarkably close in terms of popular vote. The vote was won by Candidate A, who cast 49% of the votes. Closely behind was Candidate B, receiving 48% of the general election's votes, which totaled just over two million voters, showing the highly polarized nature of the presidential race. This election was highly contested with a lower turnout of 63% eligible voters, compared to 66% in the previous presidential election. Amazingly, the votes were even closer in the Electoral College when Candidate A secured 271 electoral votes to win the election, while Candidate B received 267 electoral votes. Even though Candidate B had won the larger Electoral states like California and New York, Candidate A won tremendously in battleground states like Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, putting him at the edge in the electoral college. While Candidate B flipped traditional red states such as Iowa, it was still insufficient to carry the Electoral College. In conclusion, Candidate A won the presidential election by a marginal victory in popular and Electoral College votes. While the race was tight, the election illustrates the endorsement priorities of American voters. The 2040 election also exhibited how media and interest groups continue to shape the elections, with candidates using new tools to connect and influence voters. Regardless of their similarities, the parties’ messages were unique: Candidate A focused on a progressive future driven by technology and business. Candidate B’s principles were embedded in social equity and environmental sustainability. Eventually, the candidates’ platform and ability to adapt to the fast-shifting political climate determined the election's result. In the first 100 days of Candidate A in office, he immediately signed executive orders to boost the technology industry, offering tax incentives for companies investing in green technologies and artificial intelligence. His administration also pushed through a contentious tax reform bill, which lowered corporate tax rates. Candidate A, at the same time, provided tax credits for small businesses to stimulate growth.

During his first 100 days in office, he worked closely with military leaders to modernize the army and secure key allies by increasing the defense budget. Liberal lawmakers objected to this budget increase, creating strong resistance and tense debates. Despite the liberal lawmakers' objection to Candidate A’s governmental reforms, he managed to maintain a high approval rating, making a strong start to his presidency in his first 100 days in office. C2. One of Candidate A’s electoral promises is to strengthen the national defense by collaborating closely with the military leaders, expanding the defense budget, reforming the military, and securing new partnerships with allies. Despite the challenges in reforming the economic and defense plans faced from the liberal lawmakers, His approval rating stays high as he pushed through his desire for a more advanced and secure America, symbolizing a strong start to his presidency