Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen Deciphering Our Political Matrix: Is America Red-Pilled?
Jan 23, 2025
Sean Trende, Senior Elections Analyst at RealClearPolitics and author of The Lost Majority, dives deep into America’s shifting political landscape. He reveals how Trump's 'revolution in common sense' reshaped conservative values and the challenges he faces uniting diverse factions. Trende also discusses the Democrats' uphill battle with a progressive base that struggles to connect with moderate voters. Additionally, he highlights surprising trends in minority voter support, revealing evolving party dynamics and implications for future elections.
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America's Conservative Disposition
- America is fundamentally small-c conservative, resistant to radical change.
- It's also a diverse "empire" with many median voters, making governance complex.
Trump Voter Mentality
- Trump voters feel the system is rigged against them, with different rules for Democrats and Republicans.
- They cite examples like the George Floyd protests during lockdowns and the January 6th riot response.
Conservatism vs. Reaction
- Capital-C Conservatism is now a counter-revolutionary impulse, unlike small-c conservatism.
- Trump voters feel norms constantly shift to favor the left.