Summary

Despite Trump’s criminal record, serial lying, and racist demagoguery, he won the 2024 US presidential election, reflecting America’s deep-seated anxieties and cultural divisions.

Trump’s celebrity persona, economic populism, and culture warrior appeals resonated with his base, while Kamala Harris faced challenges in defining herself and overcoming gender and racial biases.

The election underscores the decay of American democracy, raising concerns about the future of the nation.

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    5 hours ago

    No, Americans didn’t vote. The same thing happened when he beat Clinton. She went too far right and her base didn’t vote for her.

    All blame falls on the Democrats for failing to learn.