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How & Why Donald J. Trump Won the White House... Again.

Hello friend, Liz here.

WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED? This week, we’re discussing the story of Donald Trump’s win. I’ll be reviewing the pundits’ explanations for how and why Trump took the White House (and how the GOP captured the Senate to boot).

Photo by Damon Winter for the New York Times

Like many of you, I’ve been reeling over the past few days. I have kept my voice and feelings mostly to myself, though I’ve been sharing plenty of other smart peoples’ thoughts and opinions. (See threads and my Instagram stories.)

Of course I am angry. (What about the climate?! The economy (tariffs??), the state of capitalism, and the ability for the middle class to earn a living?)

Of course I am mournful. (What will happen to my immigrant neighbors? What does Trump mean exactly when he says “American”? What does this mean for orgs who support these populations?)

Of course I feel like this is a step backward in the march toward a more just society. (“I guess we’ll never elect a woman, especially not a bla…