In Bed With The Right Episode 42: 2024 Election Debrief, Part I
Nov 19, 2024
Moira and Adrian dive into the chaotic aftermath of the recent presidential election, humorously comparing their shock to coping mechanisms like indulging in pudding. They tackle post-election identity politics and split ticket voting, highlighting how voters are increasingly separating cultural from economic issues. The duo also examines Trump’s appeal beyond policy, discussing the overlooked gender dynamics in political loyalty and behavior. Plus, they explore how online narratives shape voter engagement and the populist focus on safety over societal improvement.
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Post-Election Gender Politics Scapegoating
- Post-election narratives blame either Democrats abandoning the working class or excess "wokeness" for losses.
- Gender politics particularly are scapegoated in post-election analysis as Democrats' downfall.
Abortion Beyond Identity Politics
- Abortion is wrongly framed as merely identity politics rather than a core economic and dignity issue.
- Material harms underlie identity issues like abortion and trans healthcare, making fake separations harmful.
Biden Adopted Progressive Economic Policies
- Biden's economic policies mirrored Bernie Sanders' progressive agenda supporting working-class interests.
- The idea that Democrats ignored working-class economics ignores these substantive policy efforts.