

Class Unity – The Great Realignment – Political and Geopolitical
22 snips Jul 21, 2025
The discussion highlights Trump’s waning support from his core base and the rise of right populism. Iran's nuclear threats and shifting U.S. foreign policy take center stage, along with the complexities of U.S.-Iran-Israel relations. Political dynamics reveal a factional shift within the Republican Party, while a populist movement emerges in the Democratic primary. The potential impact of local political changes, like the NYC mayoral election, emphasizes class interests and economic concerns, urging a coalition approach to tackle inequalities.
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Trump Losing His Anti-War Base
- Trump's base initially attracted voters with his anti-war and economic populist stance.
- His recent support for wars, like the Iran conflict, alienates key elements of this base.
Iran War Exposes U.S. Subservience
- The Iran war turned the U.S. into Israel's junior partner, angering many Republican voters.
- This shift broke the illusion of U.S. independence and fueled conspiratorial views within the base.
Trump Alienates Conspiratorial Supporters
- Trump’s dismissive stance on Epstein conspiracy theories enraged his base steeped in such beliefs.
- This political blunder further alienated conspiracy-focused sections of his support.