The New Statesman | UK politics and culture The ideological contradictions of Trump 2
Jan 15, 2025
Quinn Slobodian, a Boston University historian and author, joins Katie Stallard, Senior Editor for Global Affairs, and Freddie Hayward, US correspondent, to dissect Trump's complex coalition. They discuss the precarious alliances forming around Trump, the contrasting motives of tech elites versus traditional interests, and the fervent loyalty of MAGA supporters. Insightful analysis emerges on how these tensions could unravel as they face the 2028 elections, shedding light on shifts in political loyalties and the implications for American democracy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Tensions in Trump's Coalition
01:53 • 8min
Wealth, Tech, and Political Influence
09:24 • 6min
Understanding the Loyal MAGA Believers Surrounding Trump
15:29 • 2min
Trump's Supporter Dynamics and Ideological Divide
17:13 • 8min
Concerns Over Cabinet Appointments in Trump's Second Term
24:47 • 3min