Clinton, Trump to support each other if they lose in November

Democrat Hillary Clinton accused Republican Donald Trump on Monday (September 26) of having a long history of racist behavior during a heated presidential debate that could reshape the 2016 campaign for the White House.

Clinton and Trump interrupted each other throughout the debate on topics ranging from foreign policy to the economy. Trump said Clinton had very little to show for her many years in public life.

In the final question of the evening, moderator Lester Holt asked both nominees if they would support the outcome of the election should they lose in November.

“I support our democracy and sometimes you win sometimes you lose. But I certainly will support the outcome of this election. And I know Donald’s trying very hard to plant doubts about it but I hope the people out there understand this election is really up to you. It’s not about us so much as it is about you and your families and the kind of country and future you want. So I sure hope you will get out and vote as though your future depended on it. Because I think it does,” Clinton said.

Trump also said he would Clinton, if he loses on November 8.

“Here is the thing, I want to make America great again. I’m going to be able to do it. I don’t believe Hillary will. The answer is, if she wins, I will absolutely support her.”

Opinion polls have shown the two candidates in a very tight race, with the latest Reuters/Ipsos polling showing Clinton ahead by 4 percentage points, with 41 percent of likely voters.

A second Reuters/Ipsos poll released on Monday showed half of America’s likely voters would rely on the debates to help them make their choice. More than half, 61 percent, were hoping for a civil debate and were not interested in the bitterness shown on the campaign trail.