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520 | Reihan Salam: How Republicans Built a Grand New Party During the Trump Era

The Realignment

CHAPTER

The Evolution of American Conservatism

This chapter explores the transformation of American conservatism from the post-2005 political landscape leading into the Trump era. It examines how the Republican Party shifted to attract working-class voters, with a focus on George W. Bush's policies and the subsequent effects of economic changes. The discussion highlights the complexities of political identities, demographic changes, and strategic decisions within both the Republican and Democratic parties that have shaped current electoral dynamics.

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