The 2016 US presidential election was a watershed moment in American politics, with the surprise victory of Donald Trump over Hillary Clinton sparking intense debate and controversy.
Several of the podcast episodes provided discuss the legacy of the 2016 election, including how its events and aftermath continue to influence subsequent elections and political dynamics. For example, this episode of the 'Dead Pundits Society' podcast revisits Bernie Sanders' 2016 presidential campaign and the impact it had on the 2016 general election, while this episode of the 'POLITICO Tech' podcast examines how the hacking of the Clinton campaign's digital infrastructure affected the outcome.
Understanding the 2016 election and its ramifications is crucial for contextualizing current political trends and anticipating future developments in American politics.