This chapter explores the realignment of political parties and the rise of populism, with emphasis on Donald Trump's influence in the United States. It discusses the negative effects of tearing down institutions and the decline in public trust in institutions like the Supreme Court and Congress. The chapter also delves into the changing opinions of politicians towards Trump as the Republican primary progresses, and the shift towards focusing on personalities rather than substantive policies in political campaigns.
Nikki Haley pinned her presidential hopes on a powerful showing in New Hampshire but still wound up in second place. The Boston Globe’s James Pindell and the Dispatch’s Sarah Isgur examine whether there’s a path forward for anyone but Donald Trump.
This episode was produced by Isabel Angell with help from Miles Bryan, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard with help from Amanda Lewellyn and Hady Mawajdeh, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Herman, and hosted by Noel King.
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