Conversations With Coleman Did Trump Win Over Black Men or Did the Democrats Lose Them? with Astead Herndon
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Nov 17, 2025 
Award-winning political journalist Astead Herndon, who has reported for The New York Times and CNN, explores the shifting dynamics of Black voters and their growing support for Trump. He delves into the implications of Mamdani’s victory in NYC politics, emphasizing a generational shift and trust issues with the political establishment. Astead critiques polling methods and discusses the factors driving Black men toward the Right, including economic concerns and targeted messaging, revealing a complex landscape of American politics.
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Center The Voter, Not The Pundit
- Astead Herndon argues bottom-up voter interviews reveal shifts elites miss.
- He treats qualitative voter conversations as essential context alongside polls.
Prepare With Ground Reporting
- Do prioritize ground-level reporting to prepare for surprising election outcomes.
- Use voter voices to explain results rather than relying solely on elite narratives.
Election-Night Mexican Dinner Protest
- Coleman Hughes recounts celebrating Clinton's expected win by cooking Mexican food as a protest to Trump.
- The story illustrates liberal shock and assumptions on election night 2016.