THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump Suddenly Slips in 3 Brutal New Polls—and Musk Looks Even Worse
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Feb 21, 2025 In this insightful discussion, political scientist Julia Azari, a writer for the Substack 'Good Politics, Bad Politics,' examines the recent surge of disapproval for both Trump and Musk. She analyzes three major polls revealing public backlash against Trump's authoritarian approach and Musk's similar tactics. Azari suggests that Democrats have a unique opportunity to confront this autocratic trend more aggressively. With rising voter discontent, she emphasizes the need for counter-narratives and a strategic shift in Democratic messaging as election dynamics evolve.
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Trump's Agenda Popularity
- Trump's specific agenda lacks popular support, as seen in recent polls.
- Strong executive overreach may not resonate with a distrustful public.
Trump's Approval Bump
- Trump received a 12-point bump in approval between 2021 and 2023, likely due to nostalgia and troubling times during Biden's term.
- A clear, unifying political alternative, connecting Trump's actions to policy implications, is currently missing.
Democratic Strategy
- Democrats should focus on building power for the 2026 midterms.
- Look for areas lacking popular support for Trump and his specific actions.