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The event known as the "Great Awokening" marked a significant transitional period in political attitudes, particularly among educated white voters. Shifts in racial attitudes following movements such as #BlackLivesMatter have reshaped discussions around race and identity in America. This cultural reawakening affected voters' calculus dramatically, demonstrating just how much cultural viewpoints can pivot elections.
These shifts created a backlash that translated into intense political engagement, especially among those who felt disenfranchised by the evolving leftist narratives. The response to Trump’s election in 2016 served to intensify these dynamics, with many interpreting his win as a repudiation of the cultural progressivism they had come to reject.