23min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

How Trump Won: Young Men’s Red Wave, the Blue-City Flop, and the Incumbency Graveyard

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Shifts in Political Landscapes: The Young Male Vote

This chapter examines the significant political shift among young men towards the Republican party, spurred by a Wall Street Journal analysis highlighting a 33-point change in six years. It discusses the impact of global inflation and cultural backlash against Democratic policies on this trend, noting a surprising influence of Trump amidst the changing demographic support. Additionally, the chapter analyzes the strategic challenges faced by the Democratic Party as they prepare for the 2024 election, reflecting the complexities of a rapidly evolving electoral landscape.

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