Staff Reports
For millions of Americans, the election of Donald Trump wasn’t the death knell of democracy but rather a clarion call to fight against the cultural and economic elite who, in their view, had hijacked the American way of life. Instead of feeling defeated, Trump supporters see his victory as a bold stand against the status quo, a resounding rejection of the insufferable elite class that has been pulling the strings behind the curtain.
This notion is akin to a group of underdogs rallying against the big, bad bullies of the playground. Many Americans, tired of watching the elites dictate every aspect of their lives—what they should watch, believe, or even eat—perceive Trump’s presidency as a shot fired across the bow of an entrenched elite. In their mind, their ballots were a defiant act against those who have historically held power, and they see no reason to back down now.
The supporters argue that the narrative being spun by mainstream media regarding the threats to democracy conveniently ignores the real issue: the growing disconnect between everyday Americans and the decision-makers who seem only interested in lining their own pockets. They claim that every time an elite commentator decries Trump’s rise, it only further solidifies their resolve to push back against those who believe they know better.
What the media and the elites don't get about Trump's appeal – my latest for @nypost!https://t.co/h5EBW7DQTd
— Henry Olsen (@henryolsenEPPC) November 7, 2024
Moreover, these voters are not shy about pointing fingers at the self-proclaimed guardians of democracy who live in gated communities, sending their children to exclusive private schools while preaching to the rest of America about equity and inclusion. For them, this perceived hypocrisy has been laid bare, and the election results served as a wake-up call not just for the elites but for all ordinary Americans who felt left behind.
In the minds of Trump’s base, fighting against what they see as elite dominance is not only a battle for the soul of the nation but also a pursuit of fairness and opportunity for all. They argue that if anyone’s democracy is at risk, it’s the one being trampled by those who have made a comfortable living out of telling the middle class what to think, say, and do. It’s a spicy narrative and one that keeps the flame alive for those who will continue to rally for what they believe America truly stands for.
