Does the pandemic signal the ‘end of Trumpism’ or the high point of globalization?

An comment from March 2020

Trumpism

In a recent post, the founding editor of Politico, John F. Harris, asks a rhetorical question about the impact of the pandemic on Trumpism and right wing populism (https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/03/18/the- coronavirus-generation-comes-to-life-136491). Concurring with many left of centre pundits, he argues that the virus has dealt a death blow to populism – because it underlines the need for science, rational governance and international coordination. He writes:

“But already it is evident what it has meant for Trumpism. It has sent it hurtling into retreat.Trumpism as an idea is about promoting and protecting American sovereignty and singularity. In some contexts, even Trump foes might agree it’s an attractive concept: Well might we wish to seal our borders from the virus. But the only way this would be effective would be if the United States had years ago opted to adjourn from the modern interconnected global economy. Yes, the coronavirus first presented itself in …