Political Campaign Strategies and Challenges

The Washington Week Webcast Extra, hosted by John Harwood, features a panel discussion with journalists from major publications. The panel discusses the final days of Cruz and Kasich's campaigns in Indiana, Trump's diverse support base, and his fundraising strategy for the general election. They also explore efforts to introduce a third-party conservative candidate and analyze Ben Rhodes' role in shaping the Iran deal narrative. The webcast concludes with speculation on vice presidential picks for Trump and Clinton.

What was the main reason for Kasich's absence in Indiana during the primary?

• He was focusing on other states.

• He had a pact with Cruz to divide states.

• He was not interested in Indiana.

• He was campaigning elsewhere.

Why did Cruz struggle to expand his voter base?

• He was too moderate.

• He did not campaign enough.

• He had a narrow appeal within the party.

• He was too focused on Evangelical voters.

What was a key component of Trump's primary campaign funding?

• Government funding.

• Donations from supporters.

• Loans from his own wealth.

• Support from a Super PAC.

What challenge does Trump face in the General Election fundraising?

• Need to repay his own loans.

• Lack of a Super PAC.

• Inability to raise primary money.

• Lack of wealthy friends.

What was the main issue with the third-party conservative candidate effort?

• Lack of a suitable candidate.

• Disorganized effort and lack of funding.

• No interest from military figures.

• Too much support for Trump.

What did Ben Rhodes reportedly admit about the Iran deal?

• It was a complete success.

• Reporters were misled about its nature.

• It was not important.

• It was a bipartisan effort.

What is a common criticism of the media's portrayal of the Iran deal?

• They ignored it completely.

• They were too critical.

• They did not do their own research.

• They were too supportive.

Who is a potential vice-presidential pick for Trump mentioned in the discussion?

• Bernie Sanders

• Newt Gingrich

• Elizabeth Warren

• John Kasich

Which state is considered important for Hillary Clinton's vice-presidential pick?

• Texas

• Ohio

• Florida

• California

What is a potential advantage of choosing Tim Kaine as a vice-presidential candidate for Clinton?

• He is a strong progressive.

• He is a former president.

• He is from a swing state.

• He has no political experience.