How the ‘Diploma Divide’ Polarizes the U.S. Electorate
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The Diploma Divide: Shifting Voter Allegiance
This chapter examines the political realignment in the U.S. electorate, emphasizing the growing divide based on educational attainment. It discusses how college-educated voters are increasingly siding with the Democratic Party, while non-college graduates are leaning towards Republicans, reflecting deeper cultural and social shifts. The chapter also explores the evolving political allegiance of Latino and Asian American voters, highlighting the role of cultural assimilation in changing their voting patterns.
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