Worse Than Watergate? Most Voters Believe Clinton Campaign Scandal ‘Very Important’
This is a summary and exploration of the news covered here: https://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/politics/public_surveys/worse_than_watergate_most_voters_believe_clinton_campaign_scandal_very_important
In today’s political climate, scandals and controversies seem to be a dime a dozen. But one scandal in particular continues to capture the attention of voters: the Clinton campaign scandal. A recent Rasmussen Reports survey found that a majority of voters believe this scandal is “very important,” even going so far as to say that it’s “worse than Watergate.”
But what exactly is the Clinton campaign scandal, and why do voters care so much about it? The scandal centers around allegations that the Clinton campaign colluded with the Russian government to influence the outcome of the 2016 presidential election. Specifically, the campaign is accused of funding the infamous “Steele dossier,” which contained salacious and unverified information about then-candidate Donald Trump’s ties to Russia.
The scandal has been a hot-button issue since it first came to light, with both Republicans and Democrats fiercely debating the validity of the allegations. Some believe that the Clinton campaign’s actions were a clear violation of federal election laws, while others argue that the accusations are baseless and politically motivated.
Regardless of where you stand on the issue, it’s clear that the Clinton campaign scandal has had a lasting impact on American politics. It has further eroded public trust in the electoral process and