by Salena Zito
First published 2019
Political analysts consistently misread the 2016 election and continue making flawed predictions about Trump's presidency. They fail to grasp the lasting forces that brought him to power. CNN political analyst Salena Zito and Republican strategist Brad Todd set out to correct this misunderstanding. They drove 27,000 miles across American back roads, conducting interviews with over 300 Trump supporters in ten pivotal swing counties. Their research reveals voters who cross traditional boundaries of occupation, income, education, and party membership. These citizens share a common goal of joining something bigger than their individual lives. They prioritize practical solutions over ideological purity and favor local interests over global ones. Most importantly, they demand recognition and respect from Washington leadership. Zito and Todd argue that 2016 marked a fundamental shift in American political alignment that will persist beyond any single presidency. Rather than focusing on Trump himself, they redefine how we understand his base of support and explore the implications for America's political future.
Genres: american, political-science, non-fiction, 21st-century, current-affairs, american-history
Vibes: analytical, insightful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism, political-commentary
Setting: America, United States
Period: 2016, 21st-century
336 pages · Paperback · PRH Christian Publishing