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Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen

Party of the People

Apr 25, 2024
Patrick Ruffini discusses his book on GOP's multiracial coalition shift with Henry Olsen. They explore sustainability, global implications, dueling political ads, and the trend of working-class voters favoring right-est populist parties worldwide.
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  • Republican Party adapting to appeal to working class through targeted ads and policy shifts.
  • Global trend of working-class voters aligning with rightist populist parties, impacting traditional center-left parties.

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Republican Strategies and Working Class Appeal

The podcast discusses the implications of Republican strategies in appealing to the working class. It mentions examples of how Republican figures like John Taster and Sherrod Brown use targeted ads to align with the concerns of their constituents, focusing on issues like border security and job creation. These ads highlight the importance of addressing local issues of national significance and working with Republicans to resonate with voters.

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