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Do white rural Americans pose a threat to democracy?

Politics in Question

CHAPTER

Understanding Rural Americans in Democracy

The chapter explores the role of white rural Americans in democracy, addressing their political opinions, participation in violence like January 6th, and the lack of clear demands from conservative rural citizens. It emphasizes the need for active engagement to address issues faced by rural communities and highlights the disconnect between rural voters and elected officials. The chapter stresses the importance of aligning voting choices with economic interests and advocates for multi-party systems to improve accountability in rural America's political landscape.

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