Andrew Schulz sparked a heated debate by explaining why voters overwhelmingly supported Donald Trump in the 2024 election, leaving podcast hosts stunned with his blunt analysis. Schulz argued that Trump’s and resonated with Americans tired of progressive overreach, while Democrats failed to grasp the public’s rejection of their agenda.

### Rejection of Wokeness as the Deciding Factor
Schulz called Trump’s landslide victory a clear referendum on , citing the campaign slogan “Trump is for you and me, Kamala is for they/them” as the most effective political ad of the cycle. He emphasized that voters viewed Democratic policies as alienating and out-of-touch, particularly on issues like gender ideology and cultural elitism. “The pendulum has swung… we’re beyond wokeness. It’s finished. The nation has made its voice heard,” Schulz declared, adding that Trump’s unambiguous stance allowed ordinary Americans to push back against progressive narratives without fear of backlash.

### Trump’s Relatable Persona
Schulz highlighted Trump’s as a key advantage, contrasting it with Democrats’ reliance on politicians perceived as coastal elites. “Trump doesn’t sound rich when he talks. He sounds poor… like Frank from the neighborhood,” Schulz said, noting Trump’s ability to address complex issues with blunt, everyday language. This approach made Trump to working-class voters despite his billionaire status, while Democrats struggled to distance themselves from labels like “nepo babies” and “trust fund activists”.

### Democrats’ Failure to Adapt
Schulz criticized Democrats for doubling down on unpopular policies post-election, arguing they rather than a cultural shift. On The Rubin Report, Schulz and Charlamagne tha God mocked Democratic leaders for continuing to blame voters instead of reforming their messaging. Schulz pointed out that progressive attempts to frame Trump as a “threat to democracy” backfired, as swing voters saw it as gaslighting rather than legitimate criticism.

### Dave Rubin’s Reaction
Dave Rubin amplified Schulz’s analysis, agreeing that Democrats . Rubin highlighted Schulz’s viral clash with Jason Calacanis on the All-In Podcast, where Calacanis downplayed wokeness as a fringe issue. Schulz shot back: “When your party’s most effective attack ad is literally about pronouns, you’ve lost the plot”. Rubin noted that Schulz’s willingness to confront left-wing media narratives exposed the Democratic Party’s growing disconnect from middle America.

Schulz concluded that Trump’s victory reflected a broader demand for , warning Democrats: “You can’t shame people into voting for you while calling them racist or stupid”. With Trump’s coalition now expanding into traditionally blue states like New York, Schulz’s analysis suggests the anti-woke backlash has permanently reshaped U.S. politics.