Trump says he'll accept the results of the election _ if he wins
DELAWARE, Ohio _ Donald Trump made light Thursday of his refusal to promise that he would accept the results of the election.
"I want to make a major announcement today," he said during his first rally since Wednesday's debate, held at a large barn in Delaware, Ohio. "I would like to promise and pledge to all of my voters and supporters and to all of the people of the United States that I will totally accept the results of this great and historic presidential election _ if I win."
As is often the case with Trump, his attempt to recast an assertion that caused him political trouble was laced with grievances and qualifiers, and in this case, more unsubstantiated accusations that the election would be improper.
Trump's debate performance Wednesday drew bipartisan rebukes after he twice refused to promise that he would concede a clear victory if his opponent, Hillary Clinton, wins the election.
"I will keep you in suspense," Trump said during the debate.
_ Tribune Washington Bureau
