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Epically good piece.
Summary: Saying "Trump voters are racist due to economic anxiety" turns people off. Why? Because it *absolves* Trump voters. It strips Trump voters and Republicans of their agency.
But no. Republicans made a CHOICE, and people want them to be held accountable. 1/
Summary: Saying "Trump voters are racist due to economic anxiety" turns people off. Why? Because it *absolves* Trump voters. It strips Trump voters and Republicans of their agency.
But no. Republicans made a CHOICE, and people want them to be held accountable. 1/
Why the Democratic Tea Party Failed (and How It Could Succeed)
For the left to win, it must blame fascism on the actual fascists.
newrepublic.com
May 22, 2025 at 3:16 AM
Epically good piece.
Summary: Saying "Trump voters are racist due to economic anxiety" turns people off. Why? Because it *absolves* Trump voters. It strips Trump voters and Republicans of their agency.
But no. Republicans made a CHOICE, and people want them to be held accountable. 1/
Summary: Saying "Trump voters are racist due to economic anxiety" turns people off. Why? Because it *absolves* Trump voters. It strips Trump voters and Republicans of their agency.
But no. Republicans made a CHOICE, and people want them to be held accountable. 1/
Reposted
“A good politician should be the first among activists,” newrepublic.com/article/1953...
Why the Democratic Tea Party Failed (and How It Could Succeed)
For the left to win, it must blame fascism on the actual fascists.
newrepublic.com
May 22, 2025 at 1:36 AM
“A good politician should be the first among activists,” newrepublic.com/article/1953...