Although these candidates are currently running a more low-key race than the other GOP candidates, the debate for the Democratic ballot was an equally interesting one. Here is who each candidate would be if instead of running for president, these six men and women worked at the greatest office in the world: Dundler Mifflin Paper Company.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton -- Jim Halpert
Perhaps the most well-known person in this debate, Clinton captured America’s attention with her prepared quips and carefully orchestrated facial expressions. She seemed to be genuinely having a good time at the debate and even laughed and smiled in the face of criticism. Hillary is not afraid to stand up for herself (like when they brought up Benghazi, for example), but she’s not afraid to throw punches either. Like Jim, she's not hesitant to put it all on the line to get her point across and to express how she's feeling.
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders -- Dwight Schrute
Like Dwight, everyone’s favorite populist is confident enough to speak his mind about almost anything. You wouldn’t even be able to handle Bernie’s undivided attention. Often speaking about himself in the third person in the debate, Bernie touched on about issues that some of his more moderate opponents refused to address. In true fashion, he had the most memorable quote of the night, saying to Hillary Clinton, "The American public is tired of hearing about your damn emails." The one thing the American public is certain about Bernie Sanders is that he is the type of guy that will stay true to his crazy and authentic self.
Former Virginia Senator Jim Webb -- Michael Scott
Perhaps the most memorable performer in the Democratic debate for several reasons, Webb’s stage presence was reminiscent of most of everyone’s favorite over-the-top boss Michael Scott. He spent half of his debate minutes complaining that he had been given significantly less time than his other opponents. Like Michael, Webb often says exactly what's on his mind. When asked to name an enemy he had made, he responded with, "I would have to say the enemy soldier that threw the grenade that wounded me, but he's not around right now to talk to."
Former Rhode Island Governor Lincoln Chafee -- Toby Flenderson
Lincoln Chafee is to the Democratic party as Toby Flenderson is to Dunder Mifflin. His debate performance was perhaps the poorest of the night, and he had the fewest recorded minutes of talking time. His defenses were extremely weak, and he seemed to just be embarrassing himself as Anderson Cooper (aka Silver Fox) asked him more questions. Chafee made two major flubs: one, in his explanation for why he voted to repeal the Glass-Steagall Act (“I just arrived at Senate. I think we get some take-overs”) and two, in his criticism of Hillary Clinton's email scandal, to which she refused to even respond.
Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley -- Ryan Howard
O’Malley is a candidate that the general public does not know much about. Like Ryan, O'Malley often flies under the radar in comparison to some of the other candidates. He showed that he could be a viable alternative to those not pleased with Sanders or Clinton. O'Malley overall performed well at debate night, but he didn’t have that Carly Fiorina moment he needs in order to capture the attention of the American voters. His policies aren't the only thing that draws supporters to him.
