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Kevin Williamson on Political Anxiety, The Future, Eating Cats

The Political Orphanage

CHAPTER

Realignment and Political Dynamics

This chapter examines the shifting political landscape as Never Trump conservatives consider aligning with the Democratic Party in response to extreme partisanship. It emphasizes the significance of foreign policy and trade in attracting moderate conservatives, while analyzing the changing demographics and urbanization trends in states like Texas. The discussion also touches on the evolving relationship between Wall Street and the two major parties, as well as the concept of welfare chauvinism, reflecting the complexities within contemporary political affiliations.

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