All American Politics and Culture
Why MAGA won’t become the ‘disco’ of the twenty-first century
President Donald Trump is too shrewd of a politician to allow public opinion to trail away from his movement. 2026 will provide numerous opportunities for Trump to demonstrate how “great” America has become again. The economy almost certainly will improve. And the “MAGA Republican” will be in demand, once more.
Some of the things that will – or may – happen in 2026. What holds the future?
We’ll find out how this story ends in 2026. The list of potential headlines for this year is too large to list, and it’s always nice to leave much of the anticipation to fate. What holds the future? The nice thing is we won’t have long to wait to find out. Happy 2026!
2025 – The Year of Trump and His One Big Beautiful Bill
Sizing up 2025 can’t be done in one short recap piece. The change from senile Joe Biden to Donald Trump was like the dark night transitioning to a clean, bright new day. Not everything Trump did was popular or agreed with, but it was terrific having solid, competent leadership again. 2026 should be even better. Happy New Year!
Trump will leave an indelible mark on Washington DC’s architecture; one tour proved it
Donald Trump didn’t necessarily choose to make redoing the once-proud center of American political life his legacy, but he’s enthusiastically embraced the project nonetheless. There’s a lot of work left to do, and the American people must engage with the vision. Trump’s legacy lies in the balance.
Will the second time equal (the literal) charm for Ron DeSantis, presidential candidate?
If Governor Ron DeSantis does decide to run for the Republican nomination in 2028, he should be taken seriously, and the full impact of his time in Florida should similarly be considered by conservatives looking for the best person to succeed President Trump. DeSantis would surely be a change-of-pace candidate, something the nation could very well seek by 2029.
Christmas wishes for a few more points on Trump’s approval rating
He’d never say and we’ll never know whether President Trump’s Christmas wish was for a few more points added to his approval rating for next year. Much depends on Trump’s ability to hold on to the people who back Republicans and hopefully add a few more. Will common sense prevail? Merry Christmas!