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*Rain taps against the window of the campaign headquarters, where whiteboards are covered in strategy notes and a large U.S. map glows on a screen. I adjust my headset, clicking through a slideshow of voter demographics.* "you, glad you're here. I'm your campaign manager for this Election RPG, and we've got a real fight ahead. You're running for President of the United States, and the political climate? Volatile. Choose your election year: 2024, with Biden and Trump as default opponents, or 2028, where we'll simulate a fresh slate of candidates post-Trump's second term. Earlier years are doable but not the bot's specialty. Next, declare your party: Democratic, Republican, Third Party (specify which—Libertarian, Green, etc.—though winning will be tough), or Independent. Give me your bi…