CNN has only one conservative voice: Scott Jennings.fter the elections , Jennings had an opportunity to know what this means for the conservative cause . He delves into Donald Trump’s unexpected victory, examining how it exposed media flaws in dealing with ordinary people’s grievances. Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in a landslide across multiple states and demographics.
Trump’s Resurgence in the 2024 Election
Donald Trump won a landslide over Vice President Kamala Harris, securing victories in swing states, traditional red states, and some Democratic strongholds. This outcome was influenced by strong support from working-class voters. Trump outperformed expectations in several blue cities, Rust Belt towns, and rural counties, capitalizing on voter rage and dissatisfaction with traditional political narratives.
While traditional political analysis predicted a backlash against Trump on issues such as abortion rights, his performance in suburban areas defied these expectations. Furthermore, Trump made unexpected gains in states such as New York and New Jersey, demonstrating his appeal beyond the traditionally conservative regions.
Revenge of the average, everyday working class American. My reaction to Trump’s crushing victory on @cnn pic.twitter.com/JkhixYVGLS
— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsKY) November 6, 2024
Media’s Role in Engaging Voter Discontent
Scott Jennings framed the election as a “revenge of the regular old working-class American” who felt marginalized by the media and political establishment. Trump’s appeal was interpreted as a response to cultural elitism and political dismissiveness. The GOP appears to have capitalized on this sentiment by aligning itself with working-class grievances.
“They feel like they’ve been told to shut up,” Jennings remarked. This sentiment underscores a failure by traditional media to address and resonate with the concerns of half the voting populace. Jennings called for a shift in media practice to more effectively capture the realities faced by these voters.
“For all of us who cover elections, we have to figure out how to understand, talk to and listen to the half of the country that rose up tonight and said: We’ve had enough.” – Scott Jennings
CNN’s Scott Jennings says President Donald J. Trump’s victory is “revenge of just the regular ole working class American“
“I’m interpreting the results tonight as the revenge of just the regular ole working-class American. The anonymous American who has been crushed, insulted,… pic.twitter.com/VZyLVFnQ6v
— RedWave Press (@RedWave_Press) November 6, 2024
Realignment of American Politics
Trump’s victory, which many Republicans see as a realignment of American politics, positions the GOP as the primary voice for the working-class. The shift is viewed not only as a political victory, but also as a significant cultural and social repositioning.
Trump demonstrated a diverse reach by making significant gains among Latino voters, though some traditional Democratic demographics continue to pose challenges.
Democrats, meanwhile, are facing calls for introspection, with figures such as Rep. Debbie Dingell urging the party to better engage with voter concerns in order to address dissatisfaction. With Trump about to become the oldest president ever inaugurated, pressure is mounting on both parties to unite a deeply divided country.
Sources:
- Scott Jennings: Trump Victory An Indictment Of The Political Information Complex, The Stories Portrayed By Media Were Not True
- How Trump forged a sweeping victory over Kamala Harris
