The Bulwark Podcast Ron Brownstein: A Republican Realignment?
Apr 5, 2024
Political analyst Ron Brownstein discusses Trump's growing support among nonwhite voters while Biden matches white voter support. They delve into voter demographics, political realignment, challenges for Biden in swing states, and navigating political shifts. The podcast also explores third-party dynamics and offers advice for gay parents in the deep South.
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The Republican Base
- The Republican coalition centers on voters disconnected from societal change.
- This includes non-urban, non-college-educated whites, evangelicals, and other devout voters.
Trump's Non-White Support
- Trump's appeal among non-college-educated non-white men is a key shift.
- This mirrors existing educational and gender divides among white voters.
RFK Jr.'s Impact
- RFK Jr. may offer an off-ramp for non-college-educated minority men unhappy with Biden.
- This could hurt Biden by splitting the vote, especially in states where RFK Jr. is on the ballot.