Tell us which candidates will win the Democratic and GOP nominations and compete for the presidency next November. The essay can be objective or partisan.

—All entries are due on December 31.

—Essays must be 1,500-3,500 words.

—Send to Russ Smith: MUG1988@aol.com

—Your entry must be unpublished.

—Writers who’ve contributed more than four stories to Splice Today in the past two years are ineligible.

—Second Prize is $500. Third prize is $250.