It's A Numbers Game with Ryan Girdusky It's a Numbers Game: The Numbers Behind Working-Class Voters & the Demographic Realignment
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Jul 31, 2025 Zachary Donini, a data scientist and analyst, joins to dissect emerging voting trends that could redefine party alignments. They delve into the surprising rise of working-class Black and Latino support for Republicans, driven by disillusionment with traditional Democratic priorities. Discussion reveals how SMS text messaging is revolutionizing voter outreach and fundraising, raising questions about the future of polling accuracy. This analytical dive into shifting loyalties highlights the potential implications for the 2026 elections and beyond.
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Progressive Popularity in NYC Democrats
- The NYC Democratic primary showed Bernie Sanders and AOC as most popular figures among Democratic voters.
- Many Democrats favored reducing federal support to Israel, reflecting shifting party attitudes.
Youth Influence on Voting Coalitions
- Young voters were significant in both the Trump base growth and Mandani's win with NYC Democrats.
- However, only a small portion of Democratic primary voters also voted for Trump, limiting overlap.
GOP's New Voter Dynamics
- Trump uniquely energizes working-class Republican voters and boosted GOP turnout in 2024.
- Hispanic voters have notably shifted Republican, especially moderates and conservatives within that group.