A new neoconservative coalition is shaping the 2024 US presidential election, uniting neoliberals and conservatives to maintain American global dominance.

With just two weeks remaining until the highly anticipated US presidential election, both candidates are ramping up efforts in crucial battleground states. As Donald Trump launches a relentless offensive, Kamala Harris seeks to sway voters by aligning with a notable Republican figure in a key swing state.

Trump Rallies Supporters with Aggressive Rhetoric

Former President Donald Trump captivated his audience in North Carolina, delivering an hour-long speech filled with attacks on his Democratic rival. Trump’s signature style of inflammatory remarks remained unchanged, as he characterized his opponent as mentally unfit and relied on dehumanizing rhetoric about migrants.

During his tour of hurricane-stricken communities, Trump reiterated the false claim that the Biden administration had diverted disaster relief funds to undocumented immigrants, whom he labeled as criminals and drug traffickers. This tactic aligns with his campaign’s ongoing strategy—fueling fear and division among voters.

The Trump campaign continues to escalate its rhetoric, justifying the use of military force against US citizens and branding political adversaries as internal enemies. Campaign spokespersons have defended these statements, claiming that broken leadership in Washington necessitates strong action.

Harris and Cheney Join Forces to Appeal to Moderate Voters

Meanwhile, Kamala Harris is working to attract moderates and disillusioned conservatives. In a striking political move, Harris has teamed up with Republican Liz Cheney, emphasizing the significance of this election. The duo’s message is clear: voters who feel uneasy about Trump have an option to vote their conscience without public scrutiny.

“Millions of Republicans will quietly cast their ballots against Trump this November,” Cheney stated, highlighting a growing sentiment among centrist conservatives.

Their multi-state tour underscores their shared belief that Trump’s leadership poses a serious threat to democracy. Despite Trump’s continued claims that the 2020 election was stolen—an assertion debunked multiple times—he admitted to having no evidence that this election’s outcome would be unfair.

Neoconservatism and Neoliberalism: Two Sides of the Same Coin?

The collaboration between Cheney and Harris represents an ideological overlap between neoconservatism and neoliberalism—two political schools of thought that, while differing in rhetoric, serve similar material interests. Neoconservatives, prominent during the Bush-Cheney administration, prioritized military interventions to expand American global influence. This approach funneled government funds into the military-industrial complex, benefiting corporations such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Halliburton, where former Vice President Dick Cheney had vested interests.

The Biden-Harris administration, on the other hand, embraces a technocratic form of neoliberalism, favoring free markets, deregulation, and globalization. Despite a more diplomatic approach, their policies ensure that corporate interests—particularly in sectors like defense, energy, and global finance—remain a priority. Military spending has surged under Biden, evident in deals like AUKUS and continued funding for conflicts in Ukraine and Palestine.

Economic and Geopolitical Priorities Align

Though neoconservatives and neoliberals present themselves as ideological opponents, their economic and geopolitical objectives reveal a shared agenda. Both prioritize US economic and military dominance, ensuring that multinational corporations retain their grip on global markets.

• Neoconservatives justified their interventions under the guise of fighting terrorism, leading to the invasion of Iraq and Afghanistan to secure Middle Eastern oil interests.
• Neoliberals, while less overtly aggressive, employ trade policies and financial institutions like the IMF and World Bank to impose economic liberalization on developing nations, benefiting US corporate elites.

Biden’s unwavering support for NATO’s expansion, arms deals, and strategic partnerships serves the same purpose as Bush-Cheney’s military interventions—ensuring American hegemony while maintaining the illusion of progressive values.

Respectability Politics and Strategic Alliances

As Trump’s hardline populist approach alienates portions of the electorate, neoconservatives are realigning with neoliberals, positioning themselves as the “respectable” alternative. Figures like George W. Bush and Dick Cheney have subtly distanced themselves from Trump, instead endorsing establishment Democrats who continue to protect corporate interests while presenting a progressive facade.

This strategy allows them to appeal to moderate voters who prefer stability over Trump’s chaos. The alignment of pro-capitalist conservatives and establishment Democrats underscores their mutual goal: sustaining an economic system that enriches the elite at the expense of the working class.

Georgia: A Key Battleground Shaped by Election Controversy

As the election nears, Georgia remains a pivotal battleground. Historically a Republican stronghold, the state flipped for Joe Biden in 2020, transforming into a fiercely contested swing state. However, Trump’s unfounded claims of election fraud continue to shape the political landscape, prompting election rule changes that many critics argue are designed to tilt the scales in his favor.

Distrust in the electoral system runs deep, with courtrooms now playing as significant a role in Georgia’s political future as traditional campaign rallies. The coming weeks will determine whether the legal battles and shifting voter sentiment will impact the final outcome.

The Final Stretch

As Trump and Harris intensify their campaigns, their contrasting strategies reveal deeper political realities. While Trump banks on fear and division, Harris’s partnership with Cheney underscores the establishment’s broader objective—maintaining US global hegemony through economic and military dominance, regardless of party lines.

With the US presidential election approaching, the fate of the country hinges not just on who wins, but on whether voters recognize the shared interests behind both major political factions. The question remains: will the electorate choose between two opposing candidates, or will they see through the illusion of difference between neoconservatism and neoliberalism?