In 2016 I would not have voted for either. Was there not a third candidate? 2020 Biden, 2024 Harris
Hillary Clinton was probably the most capable & qualified of the three (definitely more capable and qualified than Joe Biden) and might have been the closest to your own IDEAL of "conservatism" (though with a clear liberal bent when it comes to genuine forgiveness, tolerance, individual freedom, and CHOICE).
Side question:
What exactly disqualified Hillary Clinton in your Canadian mind? I’m an AMERICAN Democrat, and I found her to be exceptionally / exceedingly capable & qualified - and I campaigned & voted for her without reservations. What did you see from your perch in Canada???
We. Told. Them. So.