The Daily ‘Send Her Back’: White Voters and Trump’s Path to Re-election
Jul 24, 2019
Nate Cohn, an election and demographics reporter for The Upshot at The New York Times, discusses Trump's complex path to re-election in 2020 despite low approval ratings. He highlights the critical role of the Electoral College and key battleground states like Wisconsin. The conversation dives into strategies needed to appeal to both white working-class and educated voters, and the lingering impact of race and culture on current voter dynamics. Cohn also reflects on the challenges Democrats face in reclaiming lost support.
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Wisconsin Voters
- Wisconsin voters, largely white and working-class, are key to the election outcome.
- These demographics favor Trump as they make up half of Wisconsin's electorate.
Trump's Strategy
- Trump's strategy involves holding onto white working-class voters and gaining in Milwaukee suburbs.
- His conservative governance, including tax cuts and judicial appointments, may appeal to voters there.
Trump's Rhetoric
- Michael Barbaro questions the efficacy of Trump's inflammatory rhetoric, given the 2018 midterms.
- He wonders if doubling down on this strategy in 2020 is wise.