• zeejoo@thelemmy.club
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      2 months ago

      I work with a lot of blue collar guys who voted for Trump in 2024. The most common trend I’ve noticed in the last month or so is that they “don’t want to talk politics” the disillusionment is spreading.

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      Until it directly affects them personally. When their little Jimmy gets blown to smithereens by an Iranian missile or drone, then they change their tune.

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        2 months ago

        It’ll be interesting to see what they blame gas prices on. Those “i did it” stickers need updating.

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          I fully expect some tone deaf comment about how Americans have to be willing to sacrifice.