TRIGGERnometry The Best Breakdown of America You’ve Never Heard - Richard Miniter
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May 25, 2025 
Richard Miniter, an investigative journalist and author specializing in national security, dives deep into America’s cultural divides. He links contemporary issues back to the English Civil War and discusses how historical influences from various religious utopias shaped American identity. Miniter also examines the implications of cultural currents on modern politics and religion, revealing how historical tensions inform today's societal dynamics. The conversation highlights media biases and the evolving landscape of political and cultural identities across generations.
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Founding Four Utopias of America
- America was founded as four distinct religious utopias from varying British cultures.
- These cultures influence American political and social divisions to this day.
Culture Drives Trump's Popularity
- Trump's popularity stems from appealing to three of the four founding American cultures.
- These cultural identities provide a deeper explanation beyond political or economic issues.
Shifting American Cultural Power
- Florida and Texas are rapidly growing by attracting migrants from culturally different regions.
- New England's cultural and economic influence has notably declined recently.
