Andrew Hammond: Can Trump still win in the 'United States of Anger'?

This combination of Sept. 29, 2020, photos shows President Donald Trump, left, and former Vice President Joe Biden during the first presidential debate. Picture: AP Photo/Patrick Semansky

The scene is now set for the last big occasion of the US presidential campaign — next week’s final debate. While Joe Biden retains a significant poll lead, and is clear favourite, Donald Trump’s chances of winning remain more significant than many suppose.

This is because, despite Biden’s large national poll leads — and the likelihood now of him winning the popular vote in November — Trump may yet win the electoral college vote.