"Nor does the “working class” map neatly onto the mid-twentieth century picture of the predominantly white, heavily male industrial working class that—bafflingly—remains a touchstone in our political debates. The working classes—for the purposes of our politics—span all kinds of people."
Dr. Cara Berg Powers
Important: New internal polling by Dems finds majorities of working class in some pretty red House districts blame Trump/GOP for their economic struggles. This is why Dems are contesting tough seats. Good to see they're expanding the map.
Details in my new piece:
newrepublic.com/article/2116...
Some new research on working-class voters makes it clear. They’re furious at Trump—and they want a message from Democrats that pledges specific action.