The Megyn Kelly Show Why Working Class Turned to Trump, and Kamala's Uniquely Terrible Campaign, with Batya Ungar-Sargon | Ep. 939
Nov 8, 2024
Batya Ungar-Sargon, author of "Second Class," dives into the American working class's shift towards Trump, exposing elite disconnects and media narratives. She critiques Kamala Harris's campaign as a disaster, highlighting her political missteps and inability to connect authentically with voters. The conversation reveals how demographic shifts are reshaping American politics and questions the elitist attitudes that dismiss working-class concerns as bigotry. It’s a deep discussion on the evolving political landscape and the future of democracy.
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Working Class Support for Trump
- The working class voted for Trump because Democrats abandoned their traditional pro-labor agenda.
- Trump appealed to working-class values with socially moderate positions and a focus on their struggles.
Dr. Arlene's Arrogance
- Dr. Arlene, a political science professor, mocked a sales clerk for voting Trump.
- Her arrogance embodies the elitism that alienates working-class voters.
Elitism and Open Borders
- Elites use accusations of racism and sexism to deflect from economic inequality.
- Open borders benefit elites at the expense of American workers, leading to resentment and support for Trump.
