'Obama Coalition'

One of the most surprising revelations from the 2024 presidential election is how Donald Trump managed to win with what was once considered the "Obama Coalition." When Barack Obama won in 2008 and 2012, he did so with the support of a younger, more diverse electorate. President Trump also won with significant support from young voters and people of color—an outcome that runs counter to the prevailing narrative that his message only appeals to White voters resentful of demographic change. Trump secured support from one in every three voters of color and outperformed President Biden among Latino and Asian women. This is especially notable given that his opponent was the first woman of color on a major party ticket, with Asian heritage. How does the 2024 election signal the end of the Obama-era, and raise questions about Obama’s legacy? Join the conversation and get answers to these questions and more on According2Sam episode #316.