BONUS EPISODE! Election Aftermath: The Path Forward for Democracy with Eagleton's Elizabeth Matto

EJB Talks: Rutgers Bloustein School Experts

In a special post-election episode of EJB Talks, Dean Stuart Shapiro and Elizabeth Matto, Director of the Eagleton Institute of Politics, offer post-election insights on the impact of Donald Trump's 2024 presidential win. They explore the reasons for the former President's victory, and whether the Harris campaign could have done anything differently. Dr. Matto emphasizes the continued importance of supporting and engaging students and fostering democratic participation in politics to strengthen American democracy and representation. They explore shifts in voter demographics, such as increased support for Trump among Latino men and the implications of this trend for both parties. Dean Shapiro takes a few minutes to reflect on potential policy shifts under a Trump administration, including tariffs, tax cuts, immigration restrictions, and shifts in foreign policy, all of which could impact various segments of the population and students at Rutgers. They close by highlighting the significant representation milestones that were achieved in this election as crucial markers of representation and progress.