Why Trump will win the White House Donald Trump will win the 2016 presidential election. Not “might” win. Not “could win under the following circumstances.” He’s going to win as surely as the sun rises in the east, as certainly as high tide follows low, and as definitively as Steph Curry laid waste to the Oklahoma City Thunder’s defense. Ben Boychuk Randy Pench rpench@sacbee.com Ben Boychuk Randy Pench rpench@sacbee.com What am I, clairvoyant? Of course not. Just as it’s wise to never say “never” – except maybe #NeverTrump – it’s never a good idea for somebody to make unqualified predictions in print about unknowable future events. Bold claims had better be backed by solid reasons. Would I be willing to put my money where my mouth is? Don’t be ridiculous. Gambling is a sin! But I wouldn’t bet against a Trump victory. Here are five reasons why: His rhetoric resonates. (Even as it appalls.) Most Republicans are falling in line. Gotcha journalism doesn’t faze Trump. Hillary follows his lead – badly. Trump will crush Clinton in the debates. See: http://www.miamiherald.com/opinion/article81920737.html