The article in MINOT on the center of American politics presents a thoughtful exploration of the concept of centrism. The mention of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a figure who is a nominee for Trump’s Cabinet yet holds progressive politics, suggests that political stance alone is not the criterion for centrism. The reference to former U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp, who sees Oklahoma’s Republican Senator James Lankford as a centrist for his willingness to work across the aisle, further illustrates this point. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman’s willingness to meet with President-elect Trump and vote for some of his Cabinet nominees is also highlighted. These examples remind us that true centrism might be more about respecting the regular order than merely being in the middle of the policy spectrum.
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