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In reply to the discussion: Clinton Wins. Trump Refuses to Concede. What Happens Next? [View all]roamer65
(36,749 posts)27. She gives her victory speech.
The electors vote in December and officially select her as president and inauguration happens on Jan 20th, 2017.
The loser does not have any part in the process whatsoever, other than being the loser in the EC vote.
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He would have to have some very compelling evidence for any court to hear the case.
tonyt53
Oct 2016
#11
Think of it like a football game. Clock hits 0:00 and the team with more points wins.
NightWatcher
Oct 2016
#6
There's no requirement that the loser concede; it's just traditional protocol -
The Velveteen Ocelot
Oct 2016
#10
A few unhinged folks will act out violently (they have been stoked), public responds with revulsion
salin
Oct 2016
#18
Naaaah. This should be a blowout. She should have her victory party on election night.
MADem
Oct 2016
#38
If she wins and he refuses to concede, she will become president. Really pretty simple.
WillowTree
Oct 2016
#44
Hillary will wait a decent interval (30 minutes is typical) after networks call election and then
yellowcanine
Oct 2016
#45
Hillary and Bill will NOT be invited to Trump's next wedding after he dumps Melania
mnhtnbb
Oct 2016
#50
It's the old story, did you ever stick your finger in a glass of water? If yes, then
Thinkingabout
Oct 2016
#54