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Appalachia finally finds its hero…in Trump
Donald Trump's promise to "bring back" industries and blue-collar jobs lost to the global economy may be unrealistic. But white male workers and their families are finally hearing a candidate who speaks to their fears and anxieties. We hear why the Donald's "political incorrectness" is a challenge to both political parties.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenPhoto: Matewan, West Virginia (FloNight)
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3 storiesTrump cleaves the GOP into unprecedented alliances
Donald Trump continues to thumb his nose at the Republican Party. He's expressed no regrets about attacking a Gold Star Family, despite criticism from GOP leaders, including House Speaker Paul Ryan and Arizona Senator John McCain. Despite their concerns, they have not withdrawn their endorsements of Trump.
Read the story7 minDonald Trump: Unlikely hero of a vanishing culture
’Donald Trump is "politically incorrect" in many ways, from racist attacks on Mexicans and Muslims, to questioning NATO and praising Vladimir Putin. He's refused to endorse some GOP leaders even though they've endorsed him. So, why are Trump supporters rock solid, however outrageous he sounds?
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Ronald Reagan was embarrassed by a swap with Iran of arms for American hostages. Did the Obama Administration make a similar trade?
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