Inside Political Science #035 – From the Authors of “Nativist Nation”

In this episode, co-host Kirby Goidel is joined by pollster Clifford Young to dive into their new book, "Nativist Nation.” Todd inquires about the current state of the country and how nativism has affected the U.S. Is it a cultural or economic issue? Does nativism define American politics? Who belongs in America? Kirby claims that nativism has always been present in politics, but there’s a time when it lights a fire and is more prominent. Cliff Young says it’s a political driver in the United States. Later, they discuss the role American nativism has on immigration. Do American born citizens feel threatened by immigrants? Do immigrants challenge what it means to be American? Want to learn more, check out Kirby & Clifford’s book, “Nativist Nation.” For more on this show and to listen to past episodes, visit tx.ag/insidepoliticalscience