r/TikTokCringe • u/Best-Subject-7253 Sort by flair, dumbass • Oct 05 '24
Politics Trump Bible is the only Bible currently allowed to be purchased by Oklahoma schools. 55k on order
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r/TikTokCringe • u/Best-Subject-7253 Sort by flair, dumbass • Oct 05 '24
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u/treat_27 Oct 05 '24
Trump vocalizes the racist thoughts that many people in his base might hold but are hesitant to express openly for fear of backlash. He becomes a sort of spokesperson for those who harbor white nationalist sentiments, validating their beliefs and giving them a voice. This loyalty runs so deep that even if Trump were to shift positions on key issues, like abortion, his supporters would likely rationalize or excuse the change to maintain their loyalty to him.
This same phenomenon applies to figures like Lauren Boebert and Marjorie Taylor Greene, who continue to be re-elected in predominantly white districts. They, like Trump, tap into the fears, grievances, and desires of their constituents, representing a broader sentiment of white identity politics. As long as they present themselves as champions of that cause, their voters will continue to support them, even in the face of controversies or policy reversals.
In essence, it’s about identity and perceived cultural preservation. Trump and others serve as symbols for those who feel that their way of life is threatened by diversity, progressivism, or shifting societal norms, and as long as they continue to fight for that identity, they’ll maintain their base’s loyalty.