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Dr. Lester Spence on the 2024 Election: Trump's Rising Influence and the Need for Democratic Strategy

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Dr. Lester Spence, a Professor of Political Science and Africana Studies at Johns Hopkins University, specializes in black, racial, and urban politics, particularly in the context of neoliberalism.

In a recent discussion with Dr. Kaye, Dr. Spence analyzed the results of the 2024 election, focusing on Trump’s increased voter turnout and narrow margins in key swing states like Michigan and Pennsylvania. He warned of potential democratic backsliding, citing the Republican Party's control over the Supreme Court, House, and Senate.

The conversation also covered Trump's "Agenda 47," which includes policies like deportations and tax cuts, as well as "Project 2025."

Dr. Spence stressed that the Democratic Party needs to develop stronger local strategies, especially in addressing the vulnerability of the DACA community.

He emphasized the importance of community and institutional transformation, drawing on the legal strategies of Charles Hamilton Houston and noting the influence of figures like Elon Musk on today’s political landscape.