Summary
Republican pollster Sarah Longwell reports early signs of “buyer’s remorse” among Trump voters, citing focus groups where supporters express disappointment with his first month in office.
Many backed him due to economic concerns but feel little has improved. Some criticize his chaotic governance and international reputation, while others worry about Elon Musk’s sweeping policy shifts.
Longwell notes declining poll numbers and warns that Trump’s already-muted post-election honeymoon may be fading faster than expected, potentially signaling broader dissatisfaction within the GOP.
Don’t believe this, it is wishful thinking. You might find examples of people who regret their vote, but how many of them would actually not vote for him again?
I have noticed in my daily life and work a drastic and rapid reduction in visible support markers from the minority of radicalized Trump supporters in my area since the election. I have often wondered if this is the result of shame or actual regret.
Doesn’t really matter in the end. They’re just as likely to find a new target to blame for his failures. These people don’t do introspection very well.
I won’t comment on the value of polls or the wishful thinking, but I will say that she (Sarah Longwell, publisher of the Bulwark) is one of the most clear-eyed and insightful political commentators and actors out there, I think she’s always worth a listen. She also conducts lots of focus groups and listens to voters talk about topics, not just reading polls.
They keep voting in the ones who scammed them numerous times before🤦♀️
Right up until the next election when they’ll fall in line and vote straight R
I don’t hear this from many Trump voters I am around. There are questions, but most live in information echo-chambers that aren’t giving them a real picture of what is happening. They also consume very little detailed analysis. It’s mostly headlines and hot takes that “inform” their opinions.
*echo-chambers
“Eco-chambers” would be a very different and much more preferable thing.
( X )Doubt
Maybe low information voters that didn’t follow the campaigns but those that did and knew what they were voting for have no reason to have any remorse since Trump is faithfully executing his promises. I actually applaud that, even if I disagree with how he’s getting it done. Politicians delivering what they promise should be the norm, not the exception.
