Red State Blues: Stories from Midwestern Life on the Left

This anthology shares the experiences and perspectives of Rust Belt progressives in the era of Trump.

Much was made of the 2016 electoral flip when traditionally Democratic states like Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Ohio tipped the presidency to Donald Trump. Countless commentators explored this newfound constituency of blue voters who suddenly swung red. But what about those in the Midwest who remain true blue?

Red State Blues speaks to the lived experience of progressives, activis...