Freakonomics Radio 611. Fareed Zakaria on What Just Happened, and What Comes Next
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Nov 14, 2024 
Fareed Zakaria, a renowned journalist and CNN host, dives into the fallout of Donald Trump's dramatic return to power. He explores the societal backlash following the election, emphasizing the urban-rural divide and the complex dynamics of civic engagement. Zakaria reflects on Biden's pivotal decisions, challenges within the Democratic Party, and shifts in Republican ideology. The conversation also touches on U.S. geopolitical relationships with countries like Russia and China, underscoring the importance of democratic integrity and global engagement.
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Global Backlash
- The 2024 election reflects a global backlash against incumbent parties and "openness" policies.
- This backlash includes open trade, information, migration, and even democracy itself.
Economic Divide
- Modern economies favor knowledge workers, creating a divide between them and those who work with physical things.
- This economic shift fuels alienation and resentment.
Realignment
- The 2024 election isn't a landslide but shows a realignment across demographics toward Trump.
- Hispanics, for example, voted more aligned with working-class issues than ethnic identity.
