More than a rural revolt: Landscapes of despair and the 2016 Presidential election

摘要

Highlights?Trump's rural advantage contributed to his Presidential election victory, but it was not sufficient to swing the election.?Trump's average over-performance was higher in more economically-, socially-, and health-distressed counties.?Trump performed better in counties with economic distress, poor health, low educational attainment, and high divorce rates.?Localized economic, social, and health distress were salient contributors to the 2016 Presidential election outcome.