Changing Coalition Dynamics During Elections

During elections, coalition dynamics play a significant role in shaping individuals' views and justifying support for political candidates. In the 2016 election, some Republicans who initially did not support Donald Trump in the primary later found reasons to support him once he became the general candidate. Similarly, Democrats adjusted their views to align with Clinton's opposition to Trump, leading to more liberal perspectives on issues such as immigration. People were observed finding justifications for previously unacceptable behaviors or opinions based on their support for a particular candidate or party.