Are US Politics Undergoing A Racial Realignment?
FiveThirtyEight Politics
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Racial Realignment in US Politics: Shifting Dynamics
Exploring the changing voting patterns of non-white Americans towards the Republican party and the historical context behind black voters' loyalty to the Democratic Party. The chapter delves into the complexities of defining a realignment, considering shifts in voting preferences, group norms, and social dynamics influencing individual voting behaviors. Discussions highlight the impact of social trends, age gradients, and preference cascades on the evolving party identification among black voters in the United States.
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