Laurie Goodstein '89
Goodstein wrote about how the religious right, particularly white evangelicals and conservative Catholics, played a crucial role in Donald Trump's 2016 election victory by overlooking his personal flaws in exchange for promises on issues like abortion, religious freedom and conservative judicial appointments. She highlighted how their support was driven by a sense of cultural embattlement and a strategic belief that Trump would defend their values and priorities.
Read "Religious Right Believes Donald Trump Will Deliver on His Promises" The New York Times, Nov. 12, 2016 (subscription required)
