Wed Oct 02 16:28:07 UTC 2024: ## Divorced Men and the Trump Effect: How Personal Betrayal Fuels Political Loyalty

**A new analysis suggests that divorced men are more likely to support Donald Trump than any other demographic group.** This trend, which emerged in the mid-2010s, coincides with the rise of the #MeToo movement and a growing sense of resentment among some men who feel unfairly targeted in the wake of changing social norms.

The article, published in New York magazine, explores the personal stories of several divorced men who see Trump as an embodiment of their own experiences with the legal system, social ostracization, and a feeling of being “effed” by a system designed to favor women.

**One man, Joshua Divens, describes his divorce as a “knock-down drag out in court” where he felt unfairly targeted by accusations of infidelity and ultimately lost primary custody of his son.** He views Trump’s own experiences with accusations of sexual misconduct and the Russia investigation through a similar lens, seeing him as a victim of a “totally flipped” world determined to demonize him.

**Another man, John, describes his emotional turmoil after his wife filed for divorce, prompting him to explore the “red-pill community” online.** This misogynistic space blames women’s liberation for men’s misfortunes, and while John disagrees with many of its tenets, he finds himself sympathetic to the idea that women’s growing workforce participation is contributing to declining marriage rates.

**The article also highlights the impact of no-fault divorce laws, with John arguing that they make it too easy for women to leave marriages with little consequence.** He believes that men are disproportionately affected by these laws, which he sees as a further example of a system tilted against them.

**While the article acknowledges that Trump has tapped into this sense of grievance and resentment, it also explores how the Democratic Party is attempting to reach out to these voters.** The article highlights Vice President Kamala Harris’ recent efforts to emphasize issues that resonate with men, including gun ownership and cryptocurrency.

**The article concludes with a reflection on the enduring power of personal experience in shaping political beliefs.** Despite their differing views on specific policies, the divorced men interviewed share a common sense of being wronged by a system that they feel no longer prioritizes men’s needs. This sense of grievance, fueled by personal betrayal and a perceived lack of fairness, appears to be a potent force driving their continued support for Donald Trump.

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