WINNETKA – A New Trier straw poll predicts Hillary Clinton will face Jeb Bush in the 2016 presidential election, according to 321 local residents polled by New Trier Democrats at the recent Wilmette, Winnetka and Glencoe summer fairs.
On the Democratic side, 78% expect Hillary Clinton to win the nomination with Bernie Sanders at 13% and seven other names-in-the-news polling less than 5% each. On the Republican side, 55% think Jeb Bush will be the nominee followed by Donald Trump at 7% and Marco Rubio, Scott Walker, Chris Christie and Rand Paul polling 4% to 6% each. Eleven other names-in-the-news polled less than 4% each.
The poll invited everyone — Democrats, Republicans and Independents — to vote their expectations by secret ballot and 321 residents spread among Wilmette, Winnetka and Glencoe responded.
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New Trier Democrats have dedicated themselves since the 1960s to promoting government integrity and helping North Shore neighbors become involved in the political process. Strong grassroots volunteerism helps it thrive. The organization is based at 800 Oak Street, Winnetka, 847-446-8030, www.ntdo.org.