Now that we are in the Off-Topic area hopefully we can continue to dwell on this topic.
Just to clarify one more time, my intention of studying Trump is not to blindly believe him. But to know what he is telling the other side and what they are listening.
I read many headlines and a few reports about Trump's RNC speech. It was painted as a meaningless disaster by the media. For the first time yesterday I actually picked up the transcript. For people who don't doubt the details, it is actually a very compelling speech. If this is what the other side is hearing and believing (with blind faith), then it's no surprise Trump has won.
Donald Trump’s dark speech to the Republican National Convention, annotated
OT, PS: Arguing about popular vote is moot point. If presidency was determined by popular vote then both candidates would have campaigned very differently... Secondly, I believe Electoral College is a better model. It basically considers each region as a voting sample and projects accordingly. If we have 100% voter participation rate then popular vote might make sense but we all know that's not the case... Win is a win. Its beyond point to argue about that.
It's quite boring to part-take in national elections in a blue state as I imagine it is in a red state. Few people I know voted for Trump as a protest vote, knowing that state will give vote to Hillary anyway.
As to Trump's speech I think it's telling what's not in it - there's no unifying message. He speaks directly to his base ignoring everyone else.