US-Wahlen: Wo Kalifornien rechter ist, als es scheint
Die viertgrößte Volkswirtschaft der Welt gilt als linkes Epizentrum der USA, dabei sind viele Regionen erstaunlich konservativ. Bei den Midterms kämpfen Trumps Republikaner an mehreren Fronten.
Californian voters tend to lean more conservative than they might appear at first glance. However, the coastal city of Newport, situated on the Balboa Peninsula in Orange County, is an exception. Despite its affluent reputation, the community here is notably divided, with nearly twice as many registered Republicans as Democrats.
One resident, 66-year-old Mark Johnson, acknowledges his conservative leanings, having campaigned for Republican candidates since supporting Ronald Reagan's 1980 run against Jimmy Carter. Despite his coastal paradise, Johnson expresses discontent, aligning with the Republican party due to its policies. The county, known for its high income and low crime rates, serves as a battleground for the Republican Party during midterm elections, hosting several closely contested districts.
Despite the Trump administration's attempts to challenge the voting rights of non-citizens in the area, county officials remain confident in the integrity of the election process.
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