The Commentary Magazine Podcast Worst Case Scenarios and
Dec 31, 2024
This holiday edition combines festive cheer with insightful analysis. Listeners hear about the rising independence of Gen Z voters and the challenges of forming a new political party. The discussion also highlights America’s strategic role amid potential global crises with China and Russia. Nostalgically, the hosts celebrate the cultural impact of 1970s sitcoms like those on TGIF, contrasting them with today's television. Plus, they debate whether 'Die Hard' qualifies as a Christmas movie, adding humor to the mix.
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Political Realignment
- A major political realignment is occurring with voters shifting parties, particularly non-college educated voters towards the Republican side.
- Gen Z voters increasingly register as independents, disillusioned with both major parties.
Realignment Within Parties
- American political realignments usually happen within parties, not as whole-party shifts.
- The South's shift from Democrat to Republican and the realignment by education level are key examples.
American Party Coalitions
- American political parties are coalitions, unlike homogenous parties in other countries.
- This system, despite internal conflicts, offers stability compared to nations with frequent constitutional rewrites.