Shifting Sands: Battleground States Explored

This chapter examines the political transformations in key industrial states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, which once formed the Democrats' 'Blue Wall' but shifted towards Trump in 2016. It analyzes the evolving demographics and how educational polarization is reshaping voting patterns, posing challenges for Democrats in future elections. The discussion highlights the significant electoral implications of these changes and the urgent need for strategic campaigning to win back critical working-class voters.