The world watched with great interest as the U.S. election unfolded, ending in Donald Trump’s return as the president. From his early days as a real estate developer to becoming the leader of the most powerful nation, his journey has been nothing short of interesting.
But what truly caught my attention was the unexpected support from a community of people called the Amish. Known for their simple, electricity-free lifestyle and minimal participation in politics, the Amish showing up in large numbers to vote for Trump was a surprising. The reason why they did is because they were not happy with so many regulations that government came up with which affected their way of life.
This wave of participation, even from groups that usually stay away from the polls, reflects a deeper sentiment among the people. It shows widespread dissatisfaction.
Mr.Trump’s participation in long-form content like podcasts, worked to his advantage. It wouldn’t be surprising to see Modi-ji, Rahul-ji, or other savvy local politicians adopt similar long-form podcast formats in the next elections. This approach has proven to be an effective way to connect with a diverse audience, provided the politician has the mental capacity to engage beyond scripted formats.
There is often a gap between the state and its citizens, but this election made one thing clear,people in the US were calling for a change.
I am curious to see if Mr. Trump, who has firsthand experience with the nuances of running a business and understands what it’s like to be on the other side of bureaucratic red tape, including its inefficiencies and wasteful spending, can lead a team that brings about any real change and shifts things in a new direction. Or, is the whole thing just a big show without any real substance? And finally - I anticipate the Ukraine and Gaza situation to de-escalate.
