Because the media says so. Close races generate endless stories and make lots of money.
I’ll vote for coarser culture and a positive acceptance of dirty tricks and blatant lies. Consider the changing nature of political comedy. My Dad laughed at the sayings and jokes of Will Rogers, I kept up on political humor with Bob Hope, now, my daughter watches Bill Maher.
Fire Priebus! He’s a complete put off. Get Ben Carson to head the RNC