An online conversation hosted by Patrick Healy brought together four Times Opinion columnists to discuss the popularity of Donald Trump among Republicans. Despite Trump’s net-negative job approval rating during his first 100 days, 90% of Republicans favor his performance. Factors influencing Republican satisfaction include perceptions of national decline and dissatisfaction with political elites, leading many to support Trump's unconventional style and approach. The dialogue explored why Republican sentiment is more positive about America’s direction compared to previous administrations, revealing insights into the beliefs shaping their support for Trump.
Donald Trump is the only president in our lifetimes who's had a net-negative job approval rating in his first 100 days in office. Trump also has the largest gap in approval ratings in 80 years.
A majority still say America's on the wrong track, and Trump's polling on the economy is sagging, but more voters feel better about America's direction now than compared to... other presidencies.
David Brooks notes that when Americans believe the system is broken and that political elites don't care about hard-working people, they are happier with a president who wields a wrecking ball.
The conversation explored why so many Republicans support Trump, focusing on his style, policies, and the overall mindset and mood of the G.O.P.
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