My Favorite Moments Of The 2016 Presidential Race | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Politics and Activism

My Favorite Moments Of The 2016 Presidential Race

Because when 23 politicians race, it's bound to get weird.

Mary Grace Brueggemann
May 30, 2016
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
13
My Favorite Moments Of The 2016 Presidential Race
Newsweek

There are two things in this world I have a deep love for -- politics and lists. And as a new voter, this overwhelming election cycle is certainly one I've been anxious to play a role in. So, to combine my two loves, I wanted to go on a hunt for my favorite moments of the 2016 Presidential race. With 6 months left to go, who knows what will come next.

1. When Vermin Supreme came in fourth during the New Hampshire Democratic Primary.

Vermin Supreme is certainly a force to be reckoned with. After running for President for the fourth time, Supreme placed in fourth with the best platform -- free ponies for everyone.


2. When the symbol of America spoke

The bald eagle has proudly been the symbol of American freedom for years and when asked to pose with the Presidential Candidate, the eagle showed us what he really thought.


3. When a bird came to a Sanders rally

When Sanders held a rally in Portland, he got an unexpected surprise from an adorable supporter. (I'm not saying it's a sign, but I'm also not saying it's not.)


4. Cruz and Fiorina's hand holding debacle

If you thought your middle school years of hand holding were rough, Ted Cruz and Carly Fiorina showed us that it doesn't get much better.


5. John Boehner's overwhelming love for Ted Cruz

Former House Speaker certainly didn't hold back when asked about his opinion on Sen. Ted Cruz, calling him, "Lucifer in the flesh." Funny enough, his comparison actually ended up offending a few Satanists. (http://www.inquisitr.com/3044392/calling-ted-cruz-...)


6. When Barbra revealed her favorite Bush.

When Jeb Bush released a new campaign video, it featured a pretty cringe-worthy conversation between him and his mother, Barbra Bush.

Jeb: "The best news of the day was that my mom finally said I was her favorite."

Barbra: "Oh no I didn't. You mean of all the children?"

Jeb: "Yeah."

Barbra: "No"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IuDx88RwUo (Find it at :30 seconds)


7. Machine Gun Bacon

During a campaign video, Cruz wanted to show viewers the Texas way of making the famous breakfast food. Not only was it weirdly hilarious to see, but it also gave me a new favorite picture. I'm certain that Ted Cruz has a pretty promising career in DIYs post-Senate.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Featured

AI music threatens creativity

The Soul of Sound: How AI Challenges Human Expression in Music

361674
Humans and robots face off in a rock band battle with guitars and drums, under dynamic lighting.
StableDiffusion

In an age where artificial intelligence can mimic the voice of Freddie Mercury or reimagine pop hits as synthwave ballads, a new frontier has emerged — one that blurs the line between innovation and erosion. While AI offers undeniable benefits in technical domains, its intrusion into creative arts, especially music, raises urgent questions. Not just about copyright, but about culture, education, and the very soul of artistic expression.


Keep Reading...Show less
ai generated music
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

Miami University
697878
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
music
Entertainment

Why Your Astrological Sign May Not Match Your Personality

We are all more than just one sign.

SUNY Plattsburgh
613257
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
astrology
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

UNC Greensboro
596940
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
spring
Relationships

The Importance Of Being A Good Person

An open letter to the good-hearted people.

Sacred Heart University
883880
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
good person

Trending Topics

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments