Democrats face a challenge in attracting non-college-educated voters who prioritize economic concerns over defense of democracy. Despite its importance to Democrats, issues like inflation and the economy resonate more with those who voted for Donald Trump. Many voters feel disillusioned by democratic institutions due to rising inequality. To reconnect with these voters, Democrats need to adapt their messaging from the perspectives of their predominantly progressive, college-educated constituencies to address the cultural and economic realities faced by non-college voters, particularly in critical swing states.
Defense of democracy was a top issue for Democrats but way, way down for those who voted for Donald Trump: their top concerns were inflation and the economy.
Democrats need to stop walking into the same old trap, and supplement defense of democracy with a viable strategy to lure back enough non-college-educated voters to win elections.
Both white voters and voters of color without degrees typically care more about the economy than democratic norms.
Inequality predicts low trust in political institutions, and the US has a serious inequality problem.
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