Jeanne Marie Laskas and Erin Anderson moved to Donora, PA, a struggling borough, to better understand local sentiments that contributed to Donald Trump's 2016 election. They immersed themselves in the community's life for three years, gathering stories and experiences for their podcast, "Cement City." The pair's motivation stemmed from a desire to connect with voters in regions often overlooked by national narratives. Laskas was particularly fascinated by Donora's rich history and its small-town politics, which unveiled deeper insights into America’s changing landscape.
"The driving force behind the project was her desire to understand the forces that first swept Donald Trump into power in 2016-an outcome she said was 'surprising' to many people at the time."},{
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