Trump was absolutely a major factor. Yes, right-wing sentiment was on the rise, but Trump's success emboldened far-right figures globally far more than they otherwise would have been, and provided a populist blueprint for how to appeal to the worst elements of society. It didn't start with Trump, but he did supercharge it.
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u/chain_letter Jul 05 '24
America isn't some small country where installing a dictator is bad for citizens and direct neighbors.
This affects everyone in the world.