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Suddenly, Trump Allies Quietly Admit He May Not Have a Huge “Mandate”

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Jan 21, 2025
Alan Elrod, a political theorist and author known for his insights into Trumpian politics, discusses the cracks in Trump's perceived mandate. He highlights concerns from Trump's allies about potential backlash from initiatives like mass deportations. Elrod argues that a successful presidency might normalize Trump’s style, but overreach could lead to discrediting his movement. The conversation also touches on how these dynamics could shape future political norms and the implications for young voters navigating this new political landscape.
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Trump's Shaky Mandate

  • Trump's precarious position with the electorate is more apparent than his public image suggests.
  • His allies fear overreach on unpopular initiatives, revealing his shaky support.
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Trumpian Politics Normalization

  • Young voters are particularly vulnerable to accepting Trumpian politics as the norm.
  • Having only known Trump's style, they risk entrenching it further with future candidates.
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Trump's Influence

  • A generation of voters has grown up knowing only Trump-era politics.
  • Their political identities are shaped by this, normalizing his style.
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