Staff Reports
NBC News recently revealed some shocking data from the 2024 exit polls: a staggering 65% of Native Americans threw their support behind Donald Trump, while only 34% opted for Kamala Harris. This statistic is particularly noteworthy given that only 57% of white voters followed suit with Trump. Clearly, the Democratic Party’s identity politics narrative just hit a major speed bump.
In the liberal world, demographics are everything. Native Americans, being revered as the ultimate recipients of historical injustice, were expected to fall in line behind the Democrats. Apparently, they didn’t get the memo. The assumption by many has long been that indigenous people would automatically embrace the party that touts its “progressive” values. However, this time around, the numbers tell a different tale — one that completely contradicts the left’s race-based hierarchy, where every voting decision must be a direct reaction to supposed systematic oppression.
Yep.. they got fooled before.. weren't having it this time…
The Most Pro-Trump Ethnicity Was NOT White People: Why 65% of Native Americans Voted MAGA https://t.co/kELvdYTu9A
— Dawn Wildman (@WildmanDawn) November 19, 2024
But what could explain this unexpected allegiance? Some might make jokes about how close the colors red and orange are on the color wheel. After all, a casual observer might think that a fondness for casinos could be a factor; despite that, it undermines a much deeper truth. Liberals, of course, are struggling to digest the facts because they clash with their age-old narrative that blames racism for every social dynamic in the country. Heaven forbid they acknowledge that the group considered the most overlooked and disadvantaged in the country could prefer Trump over their preferred candidates.
The reality is far simpler than the left would like to admit: Native Americans voted for Trump because they recognized tangible improvements in their lives under his administration. Struggling residents on reservations likely don’t have time to engage in the left’s symbolic gesture-driven politics or fulfill fantasies of justice. They seek real solutions: lower prices at the grocery store, safety from crime, and a more secure, fulfilling life for themselves and their families. And let’s not forget the growing concern over illegal immigration. Driven beyond the point of frustration by years of unchecked immigration, Native Americans are increasingly aware of the hardships it can bring, likely more so than your average white suburbanite.
One cannot help but find humor in the irony here. While 82% of Biden voters cling to the notion that “diversity is our strength,” data suggests that communities often demonized in progressive dialogue have different priorities. As noted in entertaining commentary from figures like Bill Maher, it appears minority groups display sentiments and beliefs that diverge significantly from their guilt-ridden, left-wing counterparts. Looking at the evidence, it is clear that communities burdened by history have their own views on immigration, racism, and American identity.
The former Navajo Nation leader, Myron Lizer, underscored the pressing issues faced by Native Americans when he recently discussed the voting patterns on “Fox and Friends.” Lizer pointed out the necessity for change, suggesting that Native Americans have recognized a candidate who aligns with their needs. This aligns with the broader trend of record-breaking support for Republicans across various demographics, driving home the fact that Donald Trump became a beacon of hope for those who have felt abandoned by the political establishment, thus undermining common liberal assumptions.
As election wrapped up, the question is whether the Republican Party will capitalize on this significant shift in the Native American community’s support. If Democrats continue down their path of identity politics devoid of practicality, they may soon find themselves outnumbered. Perhaps it’s time for Democrats to reconsider their tactics before they find themselves being the ones who are, figuratively speaking, playing the part of the Indian givers.
